What Does a Hydrogen Breath Test Diagnose?
When a child is struggling with digestive discomfort, parents are often left wondering about the underlying cause. Many conditions in children present with similar gastrointestinal symptoms, from bloating and abdominal pain to diarrhoea and gas. Understanding the cause is crucial, and in recent years, the hydrogen breath test has become an invaluable tool in paediatric […]
What Causes Eczema in Children
Eczema is a common skin condition that affects many children in the UK. Medically known as atopic dermatitis, the condition is characterised by dry, red, itchy, and inflamed skin. It can cause significant discomfort and distress for both children and their parents, so understanding the causes is crucial for effective treatment and management. This article […]
How is Coeliac Disease Diagnosed in Children?
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the small intestine, triggered by the ingestion of gluten—a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. In individuals with coeliac disease, the immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of the small intestine upon gluten consumption, leading to the malabsorption of nutrients and a range of gastrointestinal […]
The Difference Between Paediatric Food Allergy and Food Intolerance
Awareness of food-related health issues in children has grown significantly over recent years. Parents and caregivers in the UK and worldwide are becoming increasingly vigilant about the foods their children consume. Two common concerns are paediatric food allergies and food intolerances, often confused but distinct conditions. Understanding the difference between them is crucial for effective […]
How to Relieve Constipation in Children Naturally
When it comes to constipation in children, it can be a discomforting and stressful condition for both the child and the parent. Fortunately, there are several natural ways to help alleviate this common issue. Here, we provide a number of practical strategies that parents can use to help their children find relief from constipation: […]
What is Paediatric Ultrasound?
Paediatric ultrasound is a non-invasive and radiation-free imaging technique that has revolutionized the way we monitor the health of our youngest patients. In this article, we will explore what paediatric ultrasound is, its importance, the issues it can discover, and the overall benefits it offers to both healthcare providers and concerned parents. What is Paediatric […]
Ultrasound Service Coming 18th August 2023
We are delighted to announce that Paediatric Gut Investigation Clinic will be starting our brand new paediatric abdominal ultrasound service from the 18th August 2023. Based on our private paediatric clinics in Surrey, you can learn more about the service by clicking here.
Doctors Save Life of Baby with ‘Miracle’ Rare Surgery
A recent article by the Standard newspaper explained how Professor CK Sinha, Consultant Paediatric General and Urology Surgeon at Paediatric Diagnostics, and his team helped to save the life of a premature baby who was expected to die a few hours after being born when surgeons discovered she had a dead bowel. Regarding the surgery, […]
Common Myths about Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition of the small bowel caused by a reaction to gluten, which is found in wheat, rye and barley but there are a number of common myths about Coeliac Disease, and it’s time that we put them to bed. It is a rare condition Not true. In fact, research […]
Exciting news!
We’ve teamed up with Functional Gut Clinic to be able to offer our patients home intolerance testing kits.