Hello from PRAMITA, Did you know, dear parents? Not all children who eat a lot necessarily grow optimally. There are several signs of growth disorders that often go unnoticed — such as weight and height that don’t match the standard growth chart for their age. Growth disorders can be caused by various factors, including nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, chronic infections, or genetic conditions. Common types of growth disorders include: Growth hormone deficiency or exce...

Polio is a dangerous infectious disease that can attack the nervous system, especially in children under five years old. The transmission is very easy and can cause permanent paralysis within hours. Though frightening, the good news is: polio can be prevented! PRAMITA friends only need to apply a healthy lifestyle, complete polio immunization, and perform supporting lab tests to ensure the child's optimal health. Do not hesitate to consult trusted medical professionals. Let us protect our belove...

Did you know, PRAMITA Friends, that around 17 million people in Indonesia suffer from thyroid disorders? This small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck actually plays a major role in regulating metabolism, body temperature, and even children's growth and development! Thyroid disorders can include: Hypothyroidism (lack of thyroid hormone): symptoms include fatigue, dry skin, and weight gain. Hyperthyroidism (excess thyroid hormone): symptoms include rapid heartbeat, excessi...

Have You Ever Heard of Asthma? But do you know whether this condition can be inherited from your parents? Let’s take a look at the explanation. Asthma is a chronic condition where the airways become inflamed and narrowed, causing coughing, shortness of breath, or wheezing. But what causes it? Genetics, environment, or both? The Environment Plays a Key Role Too Exposure to pollution, cigarette smoke, allergens like dust or animal dander, even viral infections can trigger asthma—especia...

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions—including abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated fasting glucose, high triglycerides, and low HDL cholesterol—that significantly raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Unhealthy lifestyle choices such as excessive intake of sugar and fat, physical inactivity, and smoking are major contributing factors. With early screening and consistent healthy habits, metabolic syndrome can be effectively prevented and managed. Start your...

Diarrhea is often overlooked, though it can indicate serious digestive problems. Its causes range from contaminated food, poor diet, stress, to lack of exercise. Symptoms like watery stool, abdominal cramps, and dehydration should not be ignored. Lab tests such as stool analysis, gastrointestinal panel, stool culture, and Helicobacter pylori screening help identify the root cause. Let’s understand more about how to manage and prevent diarrhea.