SERVICES

CHRONIC ILLNESS

While your paediatrician will screen for a various acute condition, some chronic conditions may also arise. Dr Mason is able to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and management of various conditions that affect your child.

Dr Mason can assist in the diagnosis and management of various chronic conditions, including:

• Neurodevelopmental issues and learning disorders such as dyslexia, ADD/ADHD and Autism.
• Ear infections, sinusitis, colic, croup, headaches and tonsillitis.
• Asthma, chronic coughs, allergies and respiratory conditions such as
• Chronic gastrointestinal conditions such as reflux (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and chronic constipation.
• Inborn endocrine and metabolism errors or disorders such as diabetes and childhood obesity.
• Heart conditions and cardiovascular diseases.
• Skin conditions such as nappy rash, cradle cap, acne and eczema.

With referral to specialists when necessary, these conditions may be monitored and managed by your paediatrician to ensure they do not become acute, managing symptoms and flares with medication or therapeutic treatments. In cases where a chronic condition is diagnosed, you as parents will be given an in-depth explanation of the condition and available treatment methods, allowing you as parents to provide your child with the best possible healthcare, making informed decisions about his or her well-being.