Q&A with Pediatric Neurologist Dr. Jeevan Silwal

Dr. Jeevan Silwal, MD has answers to queries that concerned parents may have for their children suffering from neurological disorders.

What Is Pediatric Neurology?

Pediatric Neurology or Child Neurology is meant to help newborns, infants, children and adolescents with their neurological problems which include spinal cord, brain, muscle and nerve problems.

When Should I Visit A Pediatric Neurologist?

You should visit a pediatric neurologist if your child had a premature birth or if your child is:

• Suffering from seizures, convulsions, fit.
• Suffering from delayed development (walking, speaking) or cerebral palsy.
• Suffering from frequent headaches or shows symptoms of migraine.
• Unable to function properly because of weak or floppy muscles.
• Suffering from behavior problems, sleep problems or is hyperactive.
• Is showing signs of altered behavior and senses.
• Is unable to maintain eye contact and has poor communication skills.
• Is lacking balance and coordination.

Do Neurologists Treat Autism?

Children suffering from autism need to be evaluated for structural or genetic abnormalities, they need to be diagnosed by a child neurologist / pediatric neurologist. Multiple therapy sessions are needed along with special care to treat autism.

What Services Do Child Neurologists Offer?

Child neurologists are responsible for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of children up to 18 years of age. Depending on the patient, a neurologist can request brain and spine MRIs, Electroencephalogram(EEG), Lumbar puncture(LP), blood tests and genetic studies.

Dr. Jeevan Silwal is a Specialist of Child Neurology and can help you diagnose and treat problems such as Epilepsy, Seizure, Migraine, Weak Muscles, Problem in Learning, Brain Development among others.

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