Pediatric Neurology in Patna at Mediversal Maatri Hospital

>Meet Our Consultant - Pediatric Neurology: Dr. Shankar Dungel MBBS & MD in Paediatrics, DM in Paediatric Neurology Trained in top institutions like PGI Chandigarh & AIIMS New Delhi

If your little one is struggling with seizures, delayed milestones, speech troubles, frequent headaches, strange movements, weakness or just not doing as well at school as they should be, you're looking for more than just a quick appointment - you need a specialist paediatric neurology evaluation from someone who really understands kids.

At Mediversal Maatri Hospital in Patna, a leading hospital for women, babies & children, we offer a complete and structured approach to paediatric neurology, led by Dr. Shankar Dungel, who will work with you to get to the bottom of what's going on with your child and figure out the best way to manage it - safely.

When do you need a Paediatric Neurologist in Patna?

If your child is showing any of these symptoms, it's definitely worth getting them checked out by a paediatric neurologist:Italic

• Seizures / fits / “daura”: that weird jerking or staring thing that can be pretty scary for parents
• Febrile seizures (fits brought on by fever): especially if they're recurring or lasting a long time
• Developmental delays: if your child is taking a bit longer to reach certain milestones, like sitting up or talking
• Autism worries: if you're concerned your child might be on the autism spectrum - we're here to support you
• ADHD-like behaviour: if your child is getting a bit too hyper or just can't seem to focus
• Cerebral palsy signs: if your child is having trouble with their motor skills or co-ordination
• Headaches/migraines in kids: if your child is complaining of regular headaches or vomiting
• Abnormal movements: if your child is getting a bit of a tic or their muscles seem a bit stiff
• Weakness or coordination problems: if your child is having trouble walking or holding things
• Regression: if your child is suddenly losing skills they used to have no problem with
• Sleep issues: if your child is having trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep and it's affecting their behaviour or development

>Important note: if your child has a seizure that's gone on for a long time, is having trouble breathing, has bluish lips, a really high fever and is drowsy, or is vomiting or acting strange - get them to the emergency room ASAP.

Paediatric Neurology services at Mediversal Maatri Hospital, Patna

Paediatric neurology is the specialism that deals with the brain, spinal cord, nerves, muscles and all things to do with the development in children. Because kids are not just small adults, we take a really child-centred approach to diagnosis and treatment - especially when it comes to things like seizures, developmental conditions and all those other scary-sounding neurology things.

At Mediversal Maatri, our paediatric neurology team is all about getting to the bottom of what's going on with your child, and then working out the safest and best way to manage it - and then following up regularly to make sure everything is okay and they're reaching their full potential.

The sorts of conditions we commonly deal with

1) Seizures & Epilepsy Care (Child “Daura” Treatment in Patna)

• Figuring out what's behind a one-off seizure
• Getting in on top of recurring seizures, staring spells, or night-time attacks
• Working out a treatment plan for febrile seizures - so you know how to handle them
• Ensuring epilepsy is being kept under control with the right meds - and that any side effects are being kept to a minimum
• Following up regularly to make sure everything is staying safe and under control

2) Developmental Delay, Autism & Neurodevelopmental Concerns

• Getting development back on track with motor & speech milestones behind schedule
• Supporting you & your child through the process of getting a diagnosis for autism - and then working out what to do next
• If your child is getting a bit too hyper or having trouble focusing - we can help you figure out what's going on
• Figuring out why you child's got a tic or stiff muscles - and working out how to sort it
• Helping you & your child get the right support & guidance for developmental delays & other worries

3) Cerebral Palsy & Motor Development Support

• We take a close look at any motor delays or odd muscle tone in your child
• Guidance on managing spasticity, but only when its necessary
• We get you set up with physio, occupational therapy, or speech therapy, according to what your kid needs
• And give you all the info you need to get your child moving forward at home, with measurable progress to boot

4) Headache & Migraine in Children

• We'll figure out whats causing those migraines and pin down the triggers
• Check to see if your child's got any of the "red flags" that need to be looked into right away
• Preventing those headaches is key, so we'll work on strategies to help them not happen again

5. Abnormal Movements, Tics & Neuromuscular Symptoms

• What's going on with tics, tremors, those involuntary movements or jerks?
• Muscle weakness, fatigue, suspected nerve or muscle disorders - we want to get to the bottom of it
• Is your kid having trouble with their balance, coordination or walking - we'll take a closer look
• And just to reiterate - even after we've figured out whats going on, a final diagnosis and treatment plan will need to be worked out with a clinical evaluation and some further investigation.

How the Pediatric Neurology evaluation works (what to expect when you come)

At Mediversal Maatri Hospital, we try to make the whole process as hassle-free and parent-friendly as possible:

Getting a better picture of things We'll chat through your child's pregnancy/birth history, development, school performance, sleep, any family history of medical conditions, and everything in between.

Doing a proper check-up on your child We'll do a proper assessment of reflexes, tone, coordination, speech, behaviour and all the developmental stuff your kid should be doing

If needed - some extra tests

• EEG - we use this to check for seizure activity
• MRI/CT when we need to get a closer look at whats going on
• Blood tests or metabolic work-ups if we need to dig deeper

Clear plan and next steps We'll give you a clear rundown of whats going on, some simple tips to help at home, and a plan for check-ups down the line

>Tip for parents: If your child has a seizure or some other kind of episode, take a quick video (keep a safe distance). It can really help us figure out whats going on

Treatment - how we do it at Mediversal Maatri

We take a long-term approach to pediatric neurology, rather than just quick fix visits. Our priority is:

Getting it right first time before we start talking about long-term treatment Safest treatment possible because we know that your kid is counting on us Support for you and your family - we know that understanding whats going on and how to help is just as important as the treatment itself Helping your child make progress through referrals, coordination and follow-ups Tracking progress to make sure we're heading in the right direction

Why choose Mediversal Maatri for Pediatric Neurology in Patna?

• A hospital designed for kids - its a welcoming and safe place to be
• We have paediatric specialists on hand to help with newborn to toddler to school-age problems
• Your child will be seen by experienced Dr. Shankar Dungel (MD Paediatrics + DM Pediatric Neurology) - he's got the expertise to get to the bottom of things
• We pride ourselves on clear communication - we'll take the time to explain whats going on and what comes next

FAQs

Whats a pediatric neurologist?

A pediatric neurologist is a specialist who helps diagnose and treat all sorts of brain, nerve, muscle, seizure and developmental problems in kids - from the very little to teenagers.

Should we come and see you after a first seizure?

Yes - even if its the first time, we want to check out whats going on, and make sure everyone is safe. ** My child has a speech delay - is that something you can help with?**

If your child is having trouble with speech, and its part of a bigger picture of delayed development, poor social interaction, or seizures - we can give you the help you need. ** Quick help in Hindi**

"Bacchon ka daura ka ilaj Patna" - that would be for kids who've had a seizure or epilepsy "Bacche ka speech delay" - we can help with speech development "Bal neurologist Patna" - that would be a pediatric neurology specialist in Patna