Pediatric endocrinologist in Kharkiv
Consultation of an endocrinologist
A pediatric endocrinologist is a specialist whose competence includes diagnosis, treatment and prevention of endocrine gland pathologies. A pediatric endocrinologist provides assistance to children from birth to 18 years of age.
What you need to know about an appointment with an endocrinologist
When to contact a pediatric endocrinologist?
Consultation with a pediatric endocrinologist is necessary if the child has:
- Thirst, frequent urination
- Itching of the skin and genitals
- The smell of acetone from the mouth
- Weight loss, fatigue, excess weight
- Growth retardation, delayed sexual development
- Memory impairment
- Rapid heartbeat, sweating, irritability
- Premature appearance of secondary sexual characteristics: up to 7 years in girls, up to 9 years in boys
When are preventive consultations of an endocrinologist necessary?
An annual examination of a child by an endocrinologist is necessary if the family history includes:
- Diabetes mellitus
- Thyroid disease
- Adiposity
- Other endocrine disorders
Consultation with an endocrinologist is also desirable during puberty, when an assessment of sexual development, height, weight, and thyroid status is required.
What does an endocrinologist do during the initial consultation?
During the initial consultation, a pediatric endocrinologist conducts a comprehensive assessment of the child's health. First, the doctor carefully listens to all the complaints of the patient or his parents to understand the nature of the problem. Then a detailed medical history is collected, including information about the course of pregnancy, childbirth, child development, and the presence of chronic diseases in the family.
After that, the endocrinologist conducts a thorough examination of the child's body, assessing physical indicators: height, weight, body proportions, skin condition, development of secondary sexual characteristics. The doctor checks whether these indicators correspond to age norms.
If necessary, additional examinations are prescribed, such as blood tests for hormone levels, ultrasound diagnostics or other instrumental methods. After receiving the results, the doctor establishes a diagnosis and prescribes an individual treatment plan, which may include drug therapy, lifestyle correction or further consultations with narrow specialists.
Prices for consultation of an endocrinologist
| Primary consultation of a pediatric endocrinologist | 650 UAH |
| Repeat consultation of a pediatric endocrinologist | 590 UAH |
Where can you register in Kharkiv:
St. Gvardiytsiv-Shironintsiv, 33
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