Dr Aakash Pandita

Dr Aakash Pandita Paediatrician & Neonatologist

04/03/2026

🌈✨ Holi is for colors, laughter & little smiles!

But for our little ones, safety comes first. 💛

This Holi, let’s celebrate responsibly and keep every child safe, happy & healthy.

👶 Holi Safety Tips for Kids:
✔️ Use organic, skin-friendly colors
✔️ Apply coconut oil on skin & hair before playing
✔️ Keep colors away from eyes & mouth
✔️ Ensure proper hydration
✔️ Avoid water balloons for younger children

Because every smile matters.

Wishing you and your family a colorful, safe & joyful Holi! 🌸

—
Dr. Aakash Pandita
Pediatrician

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28/02/2026

💉 IS YOUR CHILD FULLY VACCINATED?
Many parents give vaccines… but miss the complete schedule.
Incomplete vaccination = risk still remains.
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Aakash Pandita
Pediatrician
🛡 Why Vaccines Matter
Vaccines train your child’s immune system to fight dangerous infections before they attack.
Missed doses mean the immune system is not fully prepared.
📅 Important Vaccination Timeline (Quick Reminder)
🍼 At Birth
• BCG
• Hepatitis B
• OPV
👶 6, 10 & 14 Weeks
• DTP
• Hib
• Hep B
• Polio (IPV/OPV)
• PCV
• Rotavirus
👶 6 Months
• Influenza
• Typhoid (as advised)
👶 9 Months
• MMR
👶 12–13 Months
• JE (important in UP region)
• Hepatitis A
👶 15–18 Months
• MMR 2nd Dose
• DTP / Hib / Polio Booster
👦 2 Years & Beyond
• Typhoid Booster
• Flu shot every year (Ideally March–April)
✅ Take out your child’s vaccination card today.
✅ Check if any dose is pending.
✅ Don’t delay boosters.
Healthy vaccination = Healthy future.
📩 Have doubts? Drop your questions in comments.
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26/02/2026

🩸 NEWBORN SCREENING: DON’T SKIP IT
Your baby may look healthy — but some serious diseases are silent at birth.
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Aakash Pandita
Pediatrician
🔍 What is it?
A simple blood test done at 48–72 hours after birth.
⚠️ Why important?
It detects conditions like:
• Congenital Hypothyroidism
• Phenylketonuria (PKU)
• Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Early detection prevents brain damage, organ damage, and even death.
❗ Always ask before discharge:
“Has my baby’s newborn screening been done?”
One small test. One saved life.
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24/02/2026

👁️ Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) in Children

Dr Aakash Pandita | Pediatrician

Red eyes + discharge + subah aankh chipakna?
Ye Conjunctivitis ho sakta hai.

Common Causes:

• Viral (cold/fever ke saath)
• Bacterial (yellow/green discharge)
• Allergy (zyada itching, watery eyes)

Symptoms:

• Redness
• Watering or discharge
• Light se irritation
• Aankh rub karna

Parents kya kare?

✔️ Clean cotton se gently saaf kare
✔️ Hand hygiene maintain kare
❌ Khud se eye drops na daale

🚨 Doctor ko dikhaye agar pain zyada ho, vision blur ho, ya 2–3 din me improvement na ho.

23/02/2026

🦠 NIPAH VIRUS ALERT – Parents Please Read
Nipah virus is a serious infection with 40–70% mortality in severe cases.
⚠️ Symptoms:
• Fever
• Headache
• Breathing difficulty
• Confusion
✅ Prevention:
✔ Wash & peel fruits
✔ Wash hands before eating
✔ Avoid close contact with sick people
There is no vaccine, so prevention is key.
Don’t panic — stay aware & protect your child.
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Aakash Pandita
Pediatrician
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22/02/2026

👶 Baby’s Soft Spot – Normal or Not?
Dr. Aakash Pandita | Pediatrician
Noticed a soft, slightly pulsating area on your baby’s head? That’s the fontanelle — and it’s completely normal ✅
It helps your baby’s brain grow and usually closes by 12–18 months.
🚨 See a doctor if:
🔹 It looks sunken + baby feeds less, passes less urine, or seems sleepy → Could be dehydration.
🔹 It looks bulging + fever or illness → Could be serious infection.
🔹 It hasn’t closed after 18 months → Needs evaluation.
💛 Reassurance
✔️ Touching, oiling, bathing is safe.
❌ Don’t apply home remedies to “close” it.
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20/02/2026

🚨 When Should You Rush to the Hospital After a Child Falls?

👶 Children fall often while playing — and not every fall is dangerous.
But certain warning signs should NEVER be ignored.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Aakash Pandita | Pediatrician

⚠️ 5 Emergency Warning Signs:

1️⃣ Excessive Swelling
Rapidly increasing swelling, especially on the head.

2️⃣ Bleeding That Won’t Stop
Bleeding that continues even after applying firm pressure for 5–10 minutes.

3️⃣ Loss of Consciousness
If the child faints or loses consciousness — even briefly.

4️⃣ Reduced Responsiveness
Child is unusually drowsy, confused, not responding normally, or difficult to wake.

5️⃣ Seizures
Any jerking movements, stiffness, or abnormal body movements after the fall.

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❗ Important Note:

Not every fall requires a CT scan or X-ray.
Unnecessary imaging exposes children to radiation — and should only be done when medically indicated.

When in doubt, consult your pediatrician.

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18/02/2026

🍼 What is NICU? When Does Your Baby Really Need It?
By Dr. Aakash Pandita | Pediatrician
Many parents hear the word NICU and immediately panic. Let’s understand it calmly and clearly.
🔹 What is NICU?
NICU stands for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — a special ICU for newborn babies who need extra medical support.
🔹 Which babies may need NICU?
• Premature babies (born before 9 months)
• Low birth weight babies (especially < 1 kg)
• Babies with breathing problems
• Babies with serious infections or complications at birth
🔹 What is Level 3 NICU?
✔ Advanced machines
✔ Ventilators & monitoring systems
✔ 24×7 trained neonatologist available
✔ Highest level newborn care
🔹 Important Tip for Parents:
If there is risk of premature delivery or serious newborn condition, choose a Level 3 NICU hospital in advance. Preparation saves lives.
With modern neonatology, even very small babies can survive and grow into healthy children ❤️
If you have any doubts about NICU or prematurity, feel free to DM or comment below.
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