I am pretty sure that my two children with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) have been on every type of medication for the treatment of GERD at one time or another. For that matter, the doctor has recommended several over the counter medications too. While I have noticed an increase in advertising for the prescription medications used to... Read more
Adults often comment about how difficult it is for them to communicate their acid reflux symptoms and concerns to the doctor. Imagine how intimidating it must be for a child. Children with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) often have a difficult time communicating with the adults in their lives about their GERD symptoms, even their parents.... Read more
The mother of a 9-year-old girl with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) sent me the following email: "My daughter has become very sensitive about her acid reflux and won't tell me when she is suffering from it. I see her gulping and clearing her throat after meals on a daily basis but she denies it. How can I help her feel comfortable... Read more
Our expert, Jan Gambino, talks to another mom, Brandi about raising children suffering from acid reflux disease (also known as GERD). They share their thoughts on support, frustrations, treatment and life in this post. Jan: I felt like Entertainment Tonight or Matt Lauer should have been there when Brandi and I had our first face to face... Read more