Dr. Sandeep Anand, MD is a pediatrician in Penn Hills, PA specializing in general pediatrics. Dr. Sandeep Anand, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and Premier Medical Associates.
310 Rodi Road Suite 140
Penn Hills, PA 15235
4044 Pa-130 Suite 240
Irwin, PA 15642
4044 Route 130 Suite 240
Irwin, PA 15642
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.
Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:
Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.
There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
He completed residency at University of Illinois at Peoria Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Residency: University of Illinois at Peoria Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. Sandeep Anand, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Sandeep Anand, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 46 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sandeep Anand, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Penn Hills, PA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sandeep Anand, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
SANOFI PASTEUR INC. |
$207
ADACEL $31 |
QUADRACEL $22 |
PENTACEL $13 |
NO PRODUCT DISCUSSED $11 |
$130 |
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Pfizer Inc. |
$202
EUCRISA $139 |
QUILLIVANT XR $47 |
PREVNAR - 13 $17 |
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Shire North American Group Inc |
$158
VYVANSE $124 |
MYDAYIS $34 |
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Mylan Specialty L.P. |
$144
EpiPen $144 |
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Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. |
$121
PROAIR $88 |
QVAR $33 |
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Other |
$829
Norditropin $72 |
Dyanavel XR $64 |
Auvi-Q $61 |
GARDASIL9 $59 |
VYVANSE $56 |
Other $517 |
Food and Beverage | $1,423 |
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Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $141 |
Education | $97 |
Dr. Sandeep Anand specializes in general pediatrics and practices in Penn Hills, PA and Irwin, PA. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Peoria for his residency. His clinical interests include childhood obesity, concussion, and immunization (preventive vaccines). Dr. Anand's average rating from his patients is 4.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Anand is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and Premier Medical Associates.