What does a pediatric neurologist do?

A child neurologist, or pediatric neurologist is a doctor who deals with children who are facing problems with their nervous system.

What are the typical symptoms of an pediatric neurological disorder?

There may be delay in developmental milestones, Increase or lack of growth in head size, Changes in activity or movements, Lack of coordination, Changes in the level of consciousness, Muscle rigidity, tremors, or seizures, Muscle wasting and slurred speech.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the pediatric neurologist ?

Investigations like EEG (Electroencephalogram), EEG (electroencephalogram), Sleep Studies, CT (Computerized Tomography) Scan, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), Hearing and Vision Screening, Spinal Tap and Blood Tests.

Will the patient live a normal life after the neurological procedure?

Most children lead a normal life after the procedure.

Dr. Rekha Mittal, Paediatric Neurologist in New Delhi, India - Appointment

About Dr. Rekha Mittal

Dr. Rekha Mittal is a renowned General Pediatrician and Pediatric Neurologist with 31+ years of experience.
Her area of expertise lies in Epilepsy, EEG and Video EEG, Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disability, various developmental disorders, and Cerebral Palsy.
She was the first Pediatric Neurologist of the Armed Forces and was instrumental in establishing Pediatric Neurology Services at Army Hospital (Research and Referral) Delhi Cantt.
She is actively associated with various organizations, including the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, the Indian Epilepsy Society, the Association of Child Neurology ( Also a Founder member of the Association), and the International Child Neurology Association.
She has been invited as a Guest Speaker at various Conferences/ Workshops and CMEs at the National and International levels.
She has many papers and publications in National and International Journals.
She is a former secretary of the Association of Child Neurology.
In 2009, she was an external examiner for the MD exam at the Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni, Maharashtra.

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