Why You Should Visit a Pediatrician?

Pediatricians are physicians who have specialized in providing medical care to those who are under the age of 18. Pediatric care requires its specialty, as children require far different types of medical care than adults, as they develop through many different stages of their lives and are affected by many different diseases and conditions. Pediatricians will know to know what is considered normal or healthy for children at all stages of their development, and the tools that are appropriately sized for treating children. Each milestone as children develop can bring about unique medical concerns, so providing your child with access to medical care that is knowledgeable about expectations for each milestone or the different conditions they can develop is vital to ensure their continued well-being. Regardless of the condition, illness, injury, or concern, you should take your child to a pediatrician for medical care to ensure that they have access to medical care that is specialized to suit their unique needs.

What may be a common or mild symptom in adults can have serious implications for children. One of the most common reasons children are taken in to see a pediatrician is because they are suffering from a fever. Any infant younger than 3 months old should receive medical attention as soon as possible if they have a fever. Some fevers are just the body’s natural method of fighting off an infection, but they can sometimes lead to more damage in the body for young children and infants, making medical attention highly recommended to rule out any potential concerns. Other very common reasons why a child would be taken in to see a pediatrician include suffering from an ear infection, a sore throat, stomach pain, or pink eye.

Ear infections are one of the most common conditions that children are treated for because their ear canals are much smaller than those of a full-grown adult, making it easier to trap bacteria, and their immune systems are not yet able to fight off the bacteria that leads to them. Due to regularly being close to one another and all having weaker immune systems, children are more likely to develop colds, flu, and any infection or disease that is contagious. Some common conditions that are passed around schools and children’s friend groups include chickenpox, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), and hand, foot, and mouth disease. Children are also more likely to contract the stomach flu and have intestinal or digestive symptoms associated with different viruses.

While it is very common for children to develop contagious infections, from which they will be able to recover quickly, there are some health conditions that parents should be aware of while their children are developing and for which pediatricians will keep an eye out during check-ups. Regularly scheduled check-ups will act as the pediatrician’s opportunity to assess the children for any developmental delays or childhood disabilities such as head injuries, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome. Children will also have their vision and hearing regularly assessed as they are vital for their brain’s development and learning. Major health conditions such as type 1 diabetes and asthma may become present at a very young age, and early diagnosis is vital to managing the condition and allowing the child to live a healthy and comfortable life.

It’s important to take your child to a pediatrician for better health care. Parents who want to keep their kids healthy and developing can greatly benefit from the help and guidance provided by pediatricians. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We Have 2 Pediatric Clinics in Scottsdale, AZ & Glendale, AZ. We serve patients from Glendale AZ, Scottsdale AZ, Tempe AZ, Mesa AZ, Paradise Valley AZ, and Phoenix AZ.