Author: Dr. Gursev Sandlas

Does acute appendicitis in children require surgery? What are the causes that could be responsible for this? Which treatment options are available? All these and more are frequently asked questions. This blog aims to explain acute paediatric appendicitis in detail,

Has your child ever complained about swelling or abdominal pain in his lower region? Perhaps it's time you listened to him before it turns into a serious complication. While twisting of his testicles might sound simple, if left untreated, it

So you found out your child has ureteropelvic junction obstruction. But was it due to congenital or acquired causes? Treatment for ureteropelvic junction obstruction cannot be provided without first understanding its type. Symptoms and history will further help to diagnose

What happens when you discover your child has spina bifida? While the diagnosis can sound overwhelming, managing spina bifida through expert-recommended treatment options is possible. For this, the first step includes understanding the types of spina bifida, its causes, and

It’s 2 am, and you find out your child's bed is wet again. “What might be the reason behind this?” “Is it something in his diet?” “What treatment options might help with this?” These questions start to cross your mind.

When the baby arrives, parents expect tiny hands, the first smiles, and endless cuddles, not medical diagnoses or surgical plans. But, for some families, the first hour after the birth brings unexpected challenges. One such condition is a congenital anomaly,

Bedwetting in childhood is common, but not when it happens too often. Many parents think it's part of normal development, but sometimes it could be more than that. Many parents are not aware of a neurogenic bladder. In this condition,

Bladder exstrophy is a rare but serious congenital condition where a child’s bladder develops outside the baby’s body during pregnancy. It is often diagnosed at birth. Children born with bladder exstrophy require specialised care to manage symptoms and seek appropriate

Certain medical conditions are temporary and may resolve on their own. However, some develop as a result of underlying health issues. Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is one such condition that can occur in either form, a primary congenital issue (present from

If your child feels heaviness in the testicles, or constant discomfort and pain in the scrotum, they might be suffering from a condition called varicocele. This condition is often described as enlarged veins within the spermatic cord and is relatively