Information and opinions on AcidRefluxConnection from Jan Gambino http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96 en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/ http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/28122/crying-stressed Mon May 19 10:15:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino It seems like mothers are hard wired to respond to an infants' cries with concern and empathy. We all have the image of a mother cradling her baby, singing or offering soothing words and a soft touch. When the crying is prolonged or can't be stopped, the empathy may quickly change to feelings of helplessness, stress and anger. A baby with colic or reflux may be difficult or impossible to console and cry for a lot longer than... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/28122/crying-stressed http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/27316/mother-day-reflux Fri May 09 12:07:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino Happy Mother's Day to all the Reflux Moms out there! If you have a baby with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, I know you are too busy keeping your little one fed, soothed and in clean clothes to really enjoy a day to rest and reflect. I can assure you that in time, the storm clouds of reflux will pass and your days and nights will get easier.   Being a Reflux Mom means you have to work twice as hard as the average mom. You have extra... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/27316/mother-day-reflux http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/26763/blog-draft Mon May 05 10:05:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino Did you miss part I or II of this three part series? Don't worry, you can catch up! Read "When your Child has Reflux" and "Recommended Treatments" first.   The Reflux Mom's Guide to Healthy Teeth, Part III: Tips for Dental Care   When your child has Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or GERD, brushing teeth and going to the dentist are just as important as taking reflux medication and going to the GI doctor. When you are spinning in... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/26763/blog-draft http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/26013/guide-recommended Fri Apr 25 11:50:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino Did you miss part I of this three part series? Read Jan's first post, "When your Child Has Reflux," first.   When your toddler or child has Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), it is important to locate a dentist to help you manage dental care and reduce cavities. I highly recommend finding a pediatric dentist, a dentist with additional training in pediatrics. If you need assistance locating a pediatric dentist, ask your... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/26013/guide-recommended http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/25637/reflux-healthy Mon Apr 21 09:15:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino Children with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are at risk for developing dental problems. During a reflux episode, stomach acid may enter the esophagus and mouth (also called backwashing) exposing the teeth to stomach acid.  Over time, the stomach acid can wear out the outer layer of the tooth (called enamel), especially in the back of the mouth and the inside surfaces near the tongue. Dental Problems associated with GERD... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/25637/reflux-healthy http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/25062/baby-emily Mon Apr 14 09:32:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino This is a story about my first born daughter Emily. Sometimes I wonder if baby Emily had Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER), a normal physiological condition of infancy with digestive symptoms such as spit up and occasional vomiting. In the first few months of life, she had a fussy period every afternoon and evening. Emily fretted and fussed at the breast. Eating, holding bathing, swaying, swaddling, burping did little to improve her comfort.... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/25062/baby-emily http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/24215/gerd-teens-view Fri Apr 04 11:16:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino GERD: A Teen's Point of View   Jenna is a high school junior honor roll student with a busy schedule including competing with a top east coast marching band, National Honor Society and church youth council. She also happens to have GERD. Jenna shares her experiences with GERD and lactose intolerance.   What does reflux feel like?   The worst symptom of reflux is having food come up my throat after eating. Also, if I... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/24215/gerd-teens-view http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/23223/connection Fri Mar 28 09:04:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino A recent study from Reuters Health, confirmed something that I already knew: many adults with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) also have headaches. I have spoken to many parents of older children and teens with GERD and often hear about frequent headaches and even migraines in this group. I offer support and acknowledgement because I have a child with similar symptoms.  The Connection The study reported a higher... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/23223/connection http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/22357/reflux-asthma Fri Mar 21 14:21:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino A new study indicates that moms who took reflux medications during pregnancy may increase the risk of having a child with asthma symptoms. The study, presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology this week examined the health records of 30,000 children. It was found that mothers who took prescription reflux medications such as H2 blockers (Zantac, Axid, Pepcid, and Tagament) and Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) such as... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/22357/reflux-asthma http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/21483/child-endoscopy Fri Mar 14 15:24:00 -0400 2008 Jan Gambino Help, my child needs an Endoscopy  "Help, the doctor said my child needs an endoscopy." I often get calls and emails from parents when their infant or child with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) needs a medical procedure such as an endoscopy. Parents often worry about sedation and the risks associated with the procedure while children worry about pain and being separated from their parents.  Parents often ask... http://www.healthcentral.com/acid-reflux/c/96/21483/child-endoscopy