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Hearing the word thalassemia can feel frightening for any parent. Questions, worries, and uncertainty often come all at once. Understanding the condition, what it is, how it affects your child, and the treatment options available, can bring clarity and confidence during an emotional time. At Dr Kriti’s clinic, we walk alongside families with expert care, […]

If your child’s diagnosis includes the word “leukaemia,” the ground beneath you feels like it’s crumbling. You may feel lost, scared, and unsure of what it all means – and how quickly you need to act. Leukaemia isn’t just a blood cancer; it touches every part of your child’s life and your family’s routine. From

Some days, your child just seems tired beyond reason – no fever, no infection, just low energy and pale skin. That constant worry you can’t quite name might be related to a quiet condition stealing their strength: anaemia. It’s more than just “low iron”. Anaemia affects growth, immunity, and daily comfort in ways that aren’t

We understand how hearing the word “transplant” linked to your child can feel like the ground just shifted beneath your feet. We meet many families who feel trapped between hope and fear, unsure how to move forward – especially with something as big as a bone marrow transplant. It’s only natural to feel overwhelmed by

Talking about cancer often feels overwhelming, especially when some types are known to be harder to treat. Understanding why certain cancers are more challenging can help families recognise symptoms early and make informed decisions with their doctors. Even though medical science is improving every day, there are still a few cancers that need extra awareness

When it comes to your child’s health, every parent wants to stay alert. Brain tumours in children may be uncommon, but early detection plays a major role in improving outcomes. As a paediatric oncologist in Mumbai who focuses on brain tumours, I have seen how spotting symptoms early can influence treatment success. Each year, thousands

Holding your baby and suddenly facing a diagnosis like a brain tumour feels like the ground has vanished beneath you. As parents, the fear of not knowing what’s happening or what lies ahead can be deeply overwhelming. This is where clarity becomes everything – understanding the kind of tumour, why it’s common, and what signs

Hope has come a long way from old-fashioned syringes and hospital hallways. For families facing bleeding disorders in their child, the ongoing worry around sudden bleeds, daily injections and long hospital visits can feel never-ending. Science is finally catching up – reshaping outdated routines and creating possibilities that didn’t exist a few years ago. We’re

Some signs whisper, some scream the real challenge is recognising when a quiet symptom deserves loud attention. The warning signs of Leukemia can look deceptively ordinary at first: a lingering fever, unexplained bruises, tiredness that seems like “just another phase”. That’s what makes it so easy to brush them aside until they start to escalate.

Cancer diagnosis changes us forever. Especially when it is found in children; although rare, it can happen—and when it does, early detection can make a significant difference. Because childhood cancer symptoms often resemble those of common illnesses or injuries, they can easily go unnoticed. Dr Kriti Hegde delivers advanced, comprehensive care for children with haematological