Pediatrics in Palamós: Child Health Care

What is Paediatrics?

Paediatrics is the medical specialty dedicated to the study of the growth and development of children from birth to adolescence, as well as the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of their illnesses. The paediatrician is the reference doctor for the overall health of the youngest patients.

In children, the most prevalent respiratory problems are upper airway conditions such as rhinitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis and otitis. Infections such as laryngitis, bronchiolitis and pneumonia are also common, in addition to childhood asthma, allergy, bronchiectasis and pleural pathology.

At Clínica Eupnea Palamós, children are cared for by a paediatric specialist, with the support of the allergology, otorhinolaryngology, respiratory physiotherapy, pulmonology and cardiology units. This multidisciplinary care allows us to offer a complete and coordinated approach for each paediatric patient.

Alongside respiratory physiotherapy, we optimise the non-pharmacological care required by children with respiratory symptoms or problems, and we instruct families in the best use and management of pharmacological treatments, such as inhalers and nebulisers.

If you are looking for a paediatrician in Palamós, at Clínica Eupnea we are your reference centre for child health in the Baix Empordà and the Costa Brava.

What do we treat in Paediatrics?

Our paediatrics team treats a wide variety of childhood conditions, including:

• Childhood asthma
• Rhinitis and sinusitis
• Tonsillitis and otitis
• Laryngitis
• Bronchiolitis
• Pneumonia
• Respiratory and food allergies
• Bronchiectasis
• Pleural pathology
• Respiratory viral infections
• Sleep disorders in children
• Growth and development check-ups

Paediatric Diagnostic Studies at Clínica Eupnea Palamós

Paediatric diagnostic tests at Clínica Eupnea are performed by specialists, in an environment adapted for children, guaranteeing maximum comfort and reliability of the results.

Lung function in children

A basic aspect for the diagnosis, evaluation and follow-up of children with respiratory diseases. The most typical tests include spirometry, DLCO (diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide) and spirometry with bronchodilators. These tests measure the child's lung capacity and detect possible obstructions or restrictions in the airways.

Pulse oximetry

A non-invasive test that measures blood oxygen levels (oxygen saturation) quickly and painlessly. It is essential for monitoring childhood respiratory diseases such as asthma, bronchiolitis or pneumonia, and allows the child's oxygenation to be assessed in real time.

Electrocardiogram

A test that records the heart's electrical signals by means of electrodes placed on the chest. It allows cardiac problems in children, such as arrhythmias or structural abnormalities, to be quickly detected, contributing to early diagnosis and appropriate monitoring of children's cardiovascular health.

Allergy tests

A set of specific tests to identify allergies in children, including skin tests (prick test), epicutaneous tests (patch test), spirometries, and nasal and conjunctival challenge tests. These tests are essential for determining the causative allergens and planning the appropriate treatment.

Airway inflammation study

A specialised test that allows inflammatory diseases such as bronchial asthma in children to be diagnosed. By measuring inflammation biomarkers in the airways, the specialist can confirm the diagnosis, assess the severity of the inflammation and adjust the treatment precisely.

Ultrasound

A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves and ultrasound to visualise and check the condition of the child's abdominal organs. It is a safe, painless and radiation-free technique, ideal for the paediatric population, that allows organs such as the liver, the kidneys, the bladder and the digestive system to be studied.

Cardiorespiratory polygraphy

A test designed to diagnose sleep disorders in children, such as childhood obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome. During the study, the heartbeat, the breathing pattern and blood oxygen levels are monitored simultaneously, providing key information for diagnosis and treatment.

Infection diagnostic tests

Rapid diagnostic tests that allow respiratory viral infections in children to be detected swiftly and reliably. These tests are especially useful for identifying viruses such as RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), influenza and other respiratory pathogens, allowing appropriate treatment to be started early.

For more information about child health and paediatrics, you can consult the website of the AEPed (Spanish Association of Paediatrics).