Pediatric Hematology

At Wellcare, we provide online pediatric hematology consultations with a team of top specialists, helping parents access blood disorder diagnosis and treatment services for their children from the comfort of home. If your child has issues like anemia, easy bruising, excessive bleeding, or inherited blood conditions, our remote consultation services can offer expert advice and accurate diagnosis. With Wellcare, you can save time and ensure your child’s safety, even during stormy weather or harsh conditions. See the list of doctors and book an appointment here.

A pediatric hematologist is a pediatrician who has received additional training in hematology, specializing in diagnosing and treating blood disorders in children and adolescents. Often, pediatric hematologists are also pediatric oncologists.

You should seek a pediatric hematology consultation if your child experiences any of the following blood-related issues:

• Anemia
• Easy bruising
• Excessive bleeding
• Blood clots
• Inherited blood disorders
• Immune system problems
• Frequent infections

Pediatric hematologists diagnose, treat, and manage a variety of conditions in children and adolescents, including:

• Aplastic anemia
• Hemolytic anemia
• General anemia
• Blood cancers
• Blood clots
• Blood disorders
• General cancers
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Diamond-Blackfan anemia
• Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency
• Infantile hemangiomas
• Hematologic cancers
• Hemophilia
• Hodgkin’s lymphoma
• Immune system disorders
• Immune thrombocytopenia
• Langerhans cell histiocytosis
• Myeloid leukemia
• Leukemia
• Lymphoma
• Myelodysplastic syndromes
• Neurofibromatosis
• Neutropenia
• Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Pancytopenia
• Polycythemia vera
• Shwachman-Diamond syndrome
• Sickle cell disease
• Thalassemia
• Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
• Von Willebrand disease

Parents often ask questions such as:

1. What conditions are treated by pediatric hematologists?
2. When should my child see a pediatric hematologist?
3. How can I recognize anemia in my child?
4. What might cause frequent bruising or bleeding in my child?
5. Is persistent high fever a sign of a blood disorder?

Online consultations are suitable for mild to moderate health concerns. If your child experiences emergency symptoms such as high fever, heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, or rapid heartbeat, seek immediate in-person care. Before your consultation, the doctor may request additional information or images to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

Follow the doctor’s instructions closely and schedule follow-up appointments as needed to ensure your child receives proper care at home.

• Download the Wellcare App: Install the app on App Store or Google Play and register.
• Choose a Doctor: Select a specialist who suits your child's health needs.
• Prepare: Write down symptoms, gather relevant photos or videos, and list any questions you want to ask.

• Connect: Tap the "CALL" button to connect with a doctor via video or voice call.
• Consult: Discuss your child’s health and get medical advice.
• Notes: Receive a diagnosis, treatment plan, and a prescription if necessary.

• Medical Records: Review consultation notes, prescriptions, and instructions in the app.
• Feedback: Rate the service to help Wellcare improve.

• Save time: Consult from anywhere, anytime without waiting in line.
• Choose trusted doctors: Access highly experienced pediatricians.
• Data privacy: Your personal information is securely protected.
• Affordable: Multiple consultation packages to meet your needs.