Chronic Disease Management

About 20% of school-aged children have a chronic (ongoing) health condition. At Galaxy Pediatrics in Red Oak and Plano, Texas, the highly trained pediatric doctors and nurse practitioners screen for diseases and provide chronic disease management to babies, kids, teenagers, and young adults. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking one online today. 

What is chronic disease management? 

Chronic disease management at Galaxy Pediatrics involves routine health screenings, diagnostic testing, and treatment for ongoing health conditions in young patients. Left untreated, many of these conditions can cause bothersome symptoms or progress to dangerous complications. 

If you suspect your child has a chronic disease or needs help managing a previously diagnosed condition, see the Galaxy Pediatrics experts for an evaluation. 

Which conditions can chronic disease management help treat?

Galaxy Pediatrics can help your child manage the following chronic diseases and more:

• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Obesity
• Allergies
• Asthma
• Arthritis 
• Digestive problems
• Insomnia 

If your child or teen has an ongoing mental or behavioral health concern, such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, or anxiety, the team is here for them, too.

They also treat coughs, fevers, runny noses, and similar symptoms during sick visits.

Does my child or teenager need chronic disease management?

Any child or teenager with a chronic disease should have their condition managed by a specialist to avoid bothersome symptoms. Examples of symptoms to be aware of include:

• Weight loss or gain
• Appetite changes
• Frequent urination or hunger
• Fatigue
• Pain
• Digestive changes
• Ongoing coughing
• Difficulty breathing
• Shortness of breath
• Joint swelling or stiffness 
• Mood changes
• Problems sleeping 
• Difficulty concentrating

Any new or unusual symptoms in a child should be checked out by their provider. Early detection of a disease may help avoid complications.

Which chronic disease might my child have?

The Galaxy Pediatrics experts review your child’s symptoms and medical history to determine if they have a chronic disease or how well a disease is being managed. They also complete a physical exam and may order blood tests, urine testing, allergy tests, breathing tests, imaging procedures, or other diagnostic tests. 

Many chronic diseases in children and teenagers are genetic, but some stem from carrying excess weight, lack of exercise, a poor diet, or other lifestyle habits. 

What does chronic disease management include?

Chronic disease management at Galaxy Pediatrics often consists of routine medical monitoring, medications, or lifestyle modifications. Your child might use an inhaler for asthma, undergo allergy shots to reduce allergy symptoms, or take over-the-counter or prescription medications.

Healthy lifestyle changes your child’s provider might suggest include eating nutritious foods, staying active, getting enough sleep, and minimizing stress. Galaxy Pediatrics also offers immunizations to reduce your child’s risk of getting sick. 

Schedule a chronic disease management evaluation at Galaxy Pediatrics by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.