Dr Himani Dhingra, a pediatric hematologist-oncologist based in Hisar, looks after infants, children and adolescents with anaemias, thalassaemia, bleeding disorders, immune deficiencies and childhood cancers — with treatment plans built around the child and the family.
Online consultations now open. Dr Dhingra is based in Hisar and currently sees families by video, audio or chat consultation. In-person clinic details will be announced here.
How it works →Clear, practical guidance for parents of children with blood disorders and cancer — in English, Hindi and Punjabi.रक्त रोग और कैंसर से जूझ रहे बच्चों के माता-पिता के लिए स्पष्ट और व्यावहारिक जानकारी — हिंदी, अंग्रेज़ी और पंजाबी में।
Dr Himani Dhingra is a pediatrician with super-specialty training (Fellowship of the National Board) in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. She trained in pediatric hemato-oncology and bone marrow transplantation at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, and in comprehensive thalassaemia care at the MCGM Thalassemia Care, PHO & BMT Centre in Mumbai, and has taught pediatrics as Assistant Professor at SGT Medical College, Gurugram and PGIMS, Rohtak.
Before moving to Hisar, she practised as Consultant, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology in Rohtak, including at Positron Superspeciality & Cancer Hospital and We Care Hospital. Her work spans childhood leukaemia and lymphoma, solid tumours, thalassaemia and other anaemias, bleeding disorders and primary immunodeficiency — including bone marrow procedures, intrathecal chemotherapy, central line care and post-transplant follow-up.
She believes a child's treatment works best when parents understand it — so every plan is explained in plain language, in Hindi or English, with the family involved at each step.
Diagnosis, treatment and long-term follow-up for children from birth to 18 years.
Families across Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Delhi-NCR can consult Dr Dhingra online by video, audio or chat — useful when travel with a sick child is difficult, or when you want a specialist to review a plan already in place.
हरियाणा, पंजाब, राजस्थान और दिल्ली-NCR के परिवार वीडियो, ऑडियो या चैट द्वारा डॉ. हिमानी ढींगरा से परामर्श ले सकते हैं — बीमार बच्चे के साथ सफ़र मुश्किल हो, या चल रहे इलाज पर विशेषज्ञ की राय चाहिए हो।
Best for a first consultation — the doctor can see your child.
पहले परामर्श के लिए बेहतर — डॉक्टर बच्चे को देख सकती हैं।
Follow-ups and discussion of reports and treatment.
फ़ॉलो-अप, रिपोर्ट और इलाज पर चर्चा।
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समय तय होने के बाद ही भुगतान करें और स्क्रीनशॉट व्हाट्सऐप पर भेजें।
History, examination and the right tests — blood smear, marrow studies or imaging only when needed.
Treatment based on current pediatric protocols, explained to parents before it begins.
Attention to infection prevention, nutrition, transfusions and the child's comfort during treatment.
Follow-up after treatment for growth, schooling and late effects — so children get back to being children.
Most of these symptoms have common, harmless causes. But when they persist or occur together, a check-up with your pediatrician is worthwhile — early evaluation makes a real difference.
This information is for awareness only and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.
Plain-language guides for families. They support, but never replace, a consultation.
Thalassaemia is an inherited blood disorder in which the body makes too little normal haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. It is passed on from parents through their genes; it is not an infection and cannot spread from one person to another.
Paleness, tiredness, poor feeding or weight gain, yellowish eyes, a swollen abdomen from an enlarged spleen, and, if untreated, changes in the facial bones.
A simple blood test (HbA2 / HPLC) can show whether a person carries the trait. Couples who are both carriers can be counselled, and prenatal testing is available in early pregnancy.
Anaemia means a lower-than-normal haemoglobin level. The most common cause in Indian children is iron deficiency, but anaemia can also come from vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, worm infestation, chronic illness, inherited conditions such as thalassaemia, or problems in the bone marrow.
Signs include paleness, tiredness, irritability, poor appetite, difficulty concentrating and breathlessness on exertion. Treatment depends on the cause, so a blood test before starting iron is worthwhile — especially if anaemia does not improve, keeps coming back, or appears with low platelets or white cells.
In aplastic anaemia the bone marrow stops making enough red cells, white cells and platelets. Children may look pale, bruise or bleed easily, and get frequent infections.
Diagnosis needs blood tests and a bone marrow examination. Treatment includes supportive care (transfusions and infection prevention), immunosuppressive therapy, and, for many children, a bone marrow transplant, which offers the best chance of cure when a matched donor is available.
Cancer in children is uncommon and differs from adult cancer. The most frequent types are leukaemia, brain and spinal tumours, lymphoma, and tumours of the kidney (Wilms), eye (retinoblastoma), nerves (neuroblastoma), bone and soft tissue.
Many childhood cancers are highly treatable, and outcomes are best with early diagnosis and care from a team — pediatric oncologist, surgeon, radiation oncologist, nurses, and support for nutrition, schooling and emotional wellbeing. Treatment follows established pediatric protocols and is planned with the family at every step.
Sickle cell disease is an inherited condition in which an abnormal haemoglobin (HbS) makes red cells stiff and sickle-shaped. These cells block small blood vessels and break down early, causing anaemia.
Children may have episodes of severe pain, swelling of the hands and feet, frequent infections, tiredness and slow growth. Serious complications include stroke and acute chest syndrome, which need urgent hospital care. Diagnosis is by a blood test (HPLC or haemoglobin electrophoresis).
Care includes pain management, plenty of fluids, avoiding extreme cold or heat, vaccinations and infection prevention, hydroxyurea for many children, transfusions when needed, and regular check-ups. Bone marrow transplant can be curative for selected children.
Leukaemia is a cancer of the blood-forming cells in the bone marrow and is the most common childhood cancer. Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) is the most frequent type in children, followed by acute myeloid leukaemia (AML).
It may show as paleness, fever, bruising or bleeding, bone pain, or swollen glands. Diagnosis needs blood tests and a bone marrow examination. Treatment is with chemotherapy given in planned phases over two to three years for ALL, and a high proportion of children with ALL are now cured with timely, complete treatment.
Knowing what will happen helps children and parents feel calmer. Your treating team will explain the details for your child.पहले से जानकारी होने पर बच्चे और माता-पिता दोनों ज़्यादा शांत रहते हैं। आपके बच्चे के लिए पूरी जानकारी इलाज करने वाली टीम देगी।
A small blood sample shows haemoglobin, white cells and platelets; a smear lets the doctor look at the cells under a microscope. It is usually the first test when a blood disorder is suspected.ख़ून की थोड़ी-सी मात्रा से हीमोग्लोबिन, सफ़ेद कोशिकाएँ और प्लेटलेट्स का पता चलता है; स्मीयर में डॉक्टर कोशिकाओं को माइक्रोस्कोप से देखते हैं। ब्लड रोग का शक होने पर अक्सर यही पहली जाँच होती है।
A small amount of marrow is taken from the back of the hip bone with a needle, under sedation so the child does not feel pain. It takes about 15–30 minutes; the site may be sore for a day or two.कूल्हे की हड्डी के पिछले हिस्से से सुई द्वारा थोड़ा बोन मैरो लिया जाता है — सिडेशन (बेहोशी की दवा) में, ताकि बच्चे को दर्द न हो। इसमें लगभग 15–30 मिनट लगते हैं; उस जगह पर एक-दो दिन हल्का दर्द रह सकता है।
A thin needle placed between the bones of the lower back collects spinal fluid or gives chemotherapy directly into it — common in leukaemia treatment. It is done under sedation; the child may need to lie flat for a while afterwards.कमर के निचले हिस्से में हड्डियों के बीच पतली सुई से रीढ़ का पानी (CSF) लिया जाता है या सीधे उसमें कीमोथेरेपी दी जाती है — ल्यूकेमिया के इलाज में यह आम है। यह सिडेशन में होता है; बाद में बच्चे को कुछ देर सीधा लेटना पड़ सकता है।
Medicines that destroy cancer cells, given by drip, injection or tablets in planned cycles. Low blood counts, nausea, mouth sores and hair loss are expected side effects that are managed; most are temporary.कैंसर कोशिकाओं को नष्ट करने वाली दवाएँ, जो ड्रिप, इंजेक्शन या गोलियों से तय चक्रों (साइकिल) में दी जाती हैं। ब्लड काउंट कम होना, जी मिचलाना, मुँह में छाले और बाल झड़ना अपेक्षित साइड-इफ़ेक्ट हैं जिनका इलाज किया जाता है; ज़्यादातर अस्थायी होते हैं।
Red cells are given when haemoglobin is too low, and platelets when there is a risk of bleeding. Blood is screened and cross-matched, and the child is monitored throughout the transfusion.हीमोग्लोबिन बहुत कम होने पर लाल कोशिकाएँ, और ब्लीडिंग का ख़तरा होने पर प्लेटलेट्स चढ़ाए जाते हैं। ख़ून की जाँच और मिलान (क्रॉस-मैच) होता है, और पूरे समय बच्चे की निगरानी की जाती है।
A thin, soft tube placed in a large vein so medicines and blood tests can be given without repeated needle pricks. Keeping it clean and dry at home prevents infection.बड़ी नस में डाली गई पतली, मुलायम नली, ताकि बार-बार सुई लगाए बिना दवाएँ दी जा सकें और ख़ून की जाँच हो सके। घर पर इसे साफ़ और सूखा रखने से संक्रमण से बचाव होता है।
For children on regular transfusions, daily medicines remove extra iron. Regular tests — ferritin, and sometimes a cardiac and liver MRI (T2*) — check that iron stays under control.नियमित ख़ून चढ़वाने वाले बच्चों में रोज़ की दवाएँ शरीर से अतिरिक्त आयरन निकालती हैं। नियमित जाँच — फ़ेरिटिन, और कभी-कभी दिल व लिवर का MRI (T2*) — से देखा जाता है कि आयरन नियंत्रण में रहे।
Healthy stem cells from a matched donor — often a brother or sister — replace the child's marrow. It can cure conditions such as thalassaemia major and some leukaemias; HLA typing of the family is the first step.मैच होने वाले डोनर — अक्सर भाई या बहन — की स्वस्थ स्टेम कोशिकाएँ बच्चे के बोन मैरो की जगह लेती हैं। इससे थैलेसीमिया मेजर और कुछ ल्यूकेमिया जैसी बीमारियाँ ठीक हो सकती हैं; परिवार की HLA जाँच पहला कदम है।
Simple daily habits make a real difference, especially when blood counts are low.रोज़ की छोटी-छोटी आदतें बड़ा फ़र्क़ लाती हैं, ख़ासकर जब ब्लड काउंट कम हों।
A temperature of 38°C (100.4°F) or more during treatment needs the hospital straight away, even if your child looks well. Do not wait to see if it settles.इलाज के दौरान 38°C (100.4°F) या उससे ज़्यादा बुखार हो तो तुरंत अस्पताल जाएँ, चाहे बच्चा ठीक दिखे। बुखार अपने-आप उतरने का इंतज़ार न करें।
Wash hands often, keep nails short, avoid crowds and people who are unwell, and keep the child's own towel, cup and plate.बार-बार हाथ धोएँ, नाखून छोटे रखें, भीड़ और बीमार लोगों से दूर रहें, और बच्चे का तौलिया, गिलास और थाली अलग रखें।
Fresh, home-cooked, well-cooked food; boiled or filtered water; wash and peel fruit. While counts are low, avoid street food, raw salads and undercooked eggs or meat.ताज़ा, घर का बना, अच्छी तरह पका खाना; उबला या फ़िल्टर किया पानी; फल धोकर छीलें। काउंट कम हों तो बाहर का खाना, कच्चा सलाद और अधपके अंडे या मांस से बचें।
Brush gently with a soft brush twice a day and rinse after meals. Check the mouth and skin for sores, bruises or rashes, and tell the team.दिन में दो बार मुलायम ब्रश से धीरे-धीरे दाँत साफ़ करें और खाने के बाद कुल्ला करें। मुँह और त्वचा में छाले, नील या दाने दिखें तो टीम को बताएँ।
Keep a written schedule and give doses on time. Do not stop or add any medicine — including painkillers or home remedies — without asking the treating doctor.दवाओं की लिखित समय-सारणी रखें और समय पर दें। कोई भी दवा — दर्द की दवा या घरेलू नुस्ख़े भी — इलाज करने वाले डॉक्टर से पूछे बिना न बंद करें, न शुरू करें।
Some vaccines are paused during chemotherapy and given again afterwards. Family members should keep their own vaccines up to date, including the yearly flu vaccine. Ask before any vaccine.कीमोथेरेपी के दौरान कुछ टीके रोके जाते हैं और इलाज के बाद फिर दिए जाते हैं। परिवार के सदस्य अपने टीके, जिनमें सालाना फ़्लू का टीका भी है, समय पर लगवाएँ। कोई भी टीका लगवाने से पहले पूछ लें।
A serious illness affects everyone at home. These ideas can help day to day.गंभीर बीमारी का असर घर के हर सदस्य पर पड़ता है। ये बातें रोज़मर्रा में मदद कर सकती हैं।
Children cope better with honest, simple answers suited to their age. It is all right to say, "I don't know — let's ask the doctor together."बच्चे उम्र के हिसाब से सच्चे और सरल जवाबों से बेहतर सँभलते हैं। यह कहना ठीक है — "मुझे नहीं पता, चलो डॉक्टर से साथ में पूछते हैं।"
Siblings may feel worried, left out or even jealous. Keep them informed, spend a little time with them every day, and let them help in small ways.भाई-बहन चिंतित, अनदेखा या कभी-कभी ईर्ष्या भी महसूस कर सकते हैं। उन्हें जानकारी देते रहें, रोज़ उनके साथ थोड़ा समय बिताएँ और उन्हें छोटे-छोटे कामों में मदद करने दें।
Play and learning are part of healing. Many children keep studying during treatment and return to school when the team advises; let the teachers know.खेल और पढ़ाई भी ठीक होने का हिस्सा हैं। कई बच्चे इलाज के दौरान पढ़ाई जारी रखते हैं और टीम की सलाह पर स्कूल लौटते हैं; शिक्षकों को जानकारी दें।
Hair usually grows back after treatment ends. Caps, scarves and a simple explanation to friends help children feel confident.इलाज ख़त्म होने के बाद बाल आमतौर पर फिर से आ जाते हैं। टोपी, स्कार्फ़ और दोस्तों को सरल शब्दों में बताना बच्चों का आत्मविश्वास बढ़ाता है।
Parents carry a heavy load. Share tasks within the family, rest when you can, and tell the team if you feel overwhelmed — asking for help is part of caring for your child.माता-पिता पर बहुत बोझ होता है। परिवार में ज़िम्मेदारियाँ बाँटें, जब हो सके आराम करें, और मन भारी लगे तो टीम को बताएँ — मदद माँगना भी बच्चे की देखभाल का हिस्सा है।
Ask the hospital team about government schemes such as Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY), state schemes and charitable support for childhood cancer and thalassaemia care.बचपन के कैंसर और थैलेसीमिया के इलाज के लिए आयुष्मान भारत (PM-JAY), राज्य की योजनाओं और धर्मार्थ सहायता के बारे में अस्पताल की टीम से पूछें।
One-minute videos for parents. Swipe to see more; tap a video to play it.माता-पिता के लिए एक-एक मिनट के वीडियो। और देखने के लिए स्वाइप करें; चलाने के लिए वीडियो पर टैप करें।
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Research and teaching in pediatric hematology-oncology.
Dhingra H, Kalra M, Mahajan A · Pediatric Blood & Cancer, 2020
doi:10.1002/pbc.28394 ↗Dhingra H, Arya D, Taluja A, Das S, Mahajan A · Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2021
doi:10.4103/ijo.IJO_2428_20 ↗Dhingra H, Singh VP, Kalra M, Mahajan A · J Paediatrics & Child Health Issues, 2020
Dhingra H, Kalra M, Mendiratta L, Butta H, Sardana R, Mahajan A · J Infect Dis Treat
doi:10.36648/2472-1093.6.1.47 ↗Dhingra H, Mandhani G, Kalra M, Mahajan A · J Orthopedic Joint Surgery, 2019
doi:10.5005/jp-journals-10079-1004 ↗Dhingra H, Abrol P · Int J Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Science, 2021
Dhingra H, Kathuria B, Deshmukh CT · Pediatric Infectious Disease, 2020
First prize, oral paper, PHOCON 2017 · First prize, poster, NCPID 2016 · Second prize, Pediatric Oncology Quiz, 12th NIPOF 2019 · Travel scholarships, PHOCON 2017 & 2018 · Faculty, chelation-guidelines workstation, Transmedcon 2020 · Speaker, IAP Delhi academic meeting 2017
National Integrated Medical Association (NIMA), Rohtak · 17 July 2024
Indian Academy of Pediatrics & Department of Pediatrics, Pt. B.D. Sharma PGIMS Rohtak, under the National Training Project of the IAP Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Chapter
Dr Himani Dhingra (MD, DNB Paediatrics; FNB Paediatric Hemato-Oncology) is based in Hisar, Haryana, and currently sees families by online consultation (video, audio or chat). In-person clinic details will be announced on this website.
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Blood disorders in children such as thalassaemia, anaemia, aplastic anaemia and sickle cell disease; bleeding disorders such as haemophilia and ITP; immune deficiencies; and childhood cancers including leukaemia, lymphoma and solid tumours.
No. For heavy bleeding, high fever during chemotherapy, breathing difficulty, seizures or a very unwell child, go to the nearest hospital immediately.
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