Persistent and severe acid reflux left untreated can cause several long-term complications in many patients. Patients can experience erosive esphagitis (severe inflammation of the esophagus), severe narrowing of the esophagus and Barrett's esophagus. Some patients even experience weakening of tooth enamel and issues with the throat and airway.
Ask the Reflux Mom 10-24-08 Question: What is the connection between Acid Reflux and Autism? Answer: Children with autism often have significant digestive issues including acid reflux. It is estimated that up to 76% of children with autism had one digestive issue including: reflux, diarrhea, constipation, gas,…
Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Acid Reflux and Oral Health: Night… As most of you know I myself have dealt with acid reflux disease in my…
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Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Tube Feeding for Pediatric Acid Reflux In my previous posts we talked at length about food refusal. If you have…
Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Pediatric AR: First Line of Defense… In my previous post we talked about the basics of food refusal and some of…