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Dr. Lillian Hitomi Fujimoto, MD is a pediatrician in Mililani Town, HI specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine. Dr. Lillian Hitomi Fujimoto, MD is affiliated with Hawaii Pacific Health.
Hawaii Pacific Health
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.
Dr. Lillian Hitomi Fujimoto, MD graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Hawaii.
Medical School: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Hawaii
Dr. Lillian Hitomi Fujimoto, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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Dr. Lillian Fujimoto is a Mililani, HI physician who specializes in general pediatrics. Dr. Fujimoto has obtained a license to practice in Hawaii.
