Pediatric nevrologist consultation

Pediatric neurologists at the Dobrobut Clinic diagnose and treat diseases of the nervous system in children of all ages. Thanks to their extensive experience and modern equipment, doctors are able to detect neurological disorders of a functional and organic nature in time and prescribe appropriate treatment. The use of modern equipment and international guidelines allows us to solve problems of any complexity.

When to consult a pediatric neurologist

A pediatric neurologist specializes in early childhood pathologies and understands the intricacies and peculiarities of the development of the nervous system of children under 18 years of age. They are able to identify disorders that may occur during the growth process and make an accurate diagnosis.

Neurological problems in children can occur due to infections or intoxication suffered by the mother during pregnancy. Fetal oxygen deprivation can also cause the development of neurological disorders in childhood.

Dobrobut pediatric neurologists work with the following diseases and conditions

• neuritis, neuralgia
• neuroses and neurosis-like conditions;
• CEREBRAL PALSY
• epilepsy and seizures
• hydrocephalus;
• cerebral circulatory disorders;
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (treatment is carried out in tandem with a psychotherapist).

The following symptoms in newborns may be the reason for consulting a neurologist

• incorrect head position and "freezing"
• frequent regurgitation;
• chin tremor;
• increased body muscle tone or flaccidity;
• limb cramps;
• head injuries (even when falling from a low surface, it is better to make sure that everything is okay).

Older children should be alerted to

• Delayed speech or motor functions;
• excessive agitation and lack of concentration;
• frequent headaches
• urinary incontinence;
• rapid fatigue or problems with sleep;
• frequent loss of consciousness;
• tics, repeated uncontrolled movements.

It is worth remembering that the child's developmental schedule is an approximate norm for doctors and parents. A neurologist should be consulted if a basic skill (rolling over, walking independently) does not appear within the specified time frame and after several months.

The specialists of our clinic also provide consultations on hereditary degenerative and neuromuscular pathologies, consequences of traumatic brain injuries, etc.

How does a consultation with a pediatric neurologist go?

During a consultation at the clinic, the neurologist finds out the reasons for visiting a doctor, assesses the existing complaints and examines the patient's medical history. The next step is an examination and simple tests. Usually, a child's following are checked

• visual reflexes
• sensitivity
• muscle tone
• coordination of movements;
• cognitive functions.

Further, the neurologist may refer you for additional diagnostic examination, the scope of which is determined individually, taking into account the symptoms and medical history. 

The following instrumental examinations may be prescribed, which can be performed at MM Dobrobut

• neurosonography
• radiography
• electroencephalography;
• video EEG monitoring;
• ultrasound dopplerography;
• CT;
• MRI.

The neurologist may also recommend visiting doctors of related specialties in the clinic to get a more complete picture.

Based on the results obtained, the pediatric neurologist makes a decision regarding treatment, if necessary.

Scheduled visits to a pediatric neurologist

In the absence of symptoms, consultations with a pediatric neurologist are scheduled in the format of routine visits for preventive examinations. In this way, the doctor can monitor the child's physical and neurological development, detect pathological changes in the nervous system in time and prescribe therapy. During a visit to the clinic, factors that could have affected the nervous system during pregnancy and childbirth can be identified. The neurologist also asks whether the child sleeps well, how he/she gains weight, what reactions he/she has to sounds, whether he/she smiles or not, whether there is a tremor of the chin and hands, how often regurgitation occurs and in what quantity.

The first visit to a specialist is when the child is one month old, and then one year old. Further visits take place as needed, as well as when the child is enrolled in kindergarten or school.