Improper nutrition, bad air and other factors have a negative impact on the children's digestive system. A child from an early age may suffer from constipation, abdominal pain, gastritis. And in this case, you need a specialist - a pediatric gastroenterologist who can correctly diagnose and conduct complex treatment.
What does a pediatric gastroenterologist treat
Gastroenterology is a science that studies the human gastrointestinal tract. And any problems,
associated with digestion, the doctor of this specialization decides. A pediatric gastroenterologist will be able to cure stomach diseases, stool disorders and other pathologies. Most often, parents turn to a specialist for gastritis, dysbacteriosis, E. coli, pancreatitis and appendicitis. These diseases have long ceased to be exclusively adults. Children suffer from them no less often.
When to see a doctor
Consultation of a gastroenterologist will be required if the child has the following symptoms:
- regular nausea,vomiting;
- chronic diarrhea or constipation;
- appearance of blood, foam or bile in the stool;
- heartburn and belching;
- pain in the epigastric zone and abdomen;
- weight loss, lack of appetite;
- overweight;
- bad breath without dental problems.
Young children under the age of 4 years can not always clearly explain their condition and symptoms of illness. You can understand that something is wrong by the constant whims of the baby, poor sleep, apathy and the desire to be more in a prone position, curled up. A pediatric gastroenterologist will conduct an examination to identify the cause of this condition.
What should a gastroenterologist be like
Gentle, kind and understanding should be a pediatric gastroenterologist. The consultation is conducted in a relaxed atmosphere, without intimidating gestures. In the office, as a rule, there is a huge number of toys, posters with drawings and images of animals. The baby should not be frightened by a dressing gown, strange objects. In addition to benevolence, a gastroenterologist must have experience and all the necessary knowledge. If parents doubt the competence of a doctor, it is better to contact another specialist. Indeed, the state of the digestive system in the future depends on how correctly and quickly the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract passes.
Private gastroenterologist or local doctorclinics?
Parents should decide where to go with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. It is impossible to judge all doctors by one sad experience. Most often, professional doctors work in a state clinic, who do not seek profit, but wish he alth to children. If acquaintances have previously consulted a doctor, and a pediatric gastroenterologist turned out to be a professional in his field, then it is worth visiting the proposed consultation. The main thing is to follow the actions of the doctor, and if the treatment does not meet medical requirements, then you need to refuse his services. But it is necessary to cure the child completely, and then receive a number of recommendations on further nutrition to prevent recurrence of the disease.
