Acid Reflux - People Who Are Caregivers

helplessmom

posted 01/04/2008, comments (9)

How to get my 3.5 month old baby to take in more milk

My 3 1/2 month baby has been diagnosed with acid reflux. We had the upper gi test yesterday and it was confirmed that she does in fact have reflux. It has been a constant struggle to feed her. She gags when I put the bottle in her mouth. Now it has gotten to the point I am too paranoid to even offer her more milk because I... Read more Chevron

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mom of 8 year old

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posted 10/07/2007, comment (1)

re-do fundoplication on a child a third time?

My son is 8 years old. He had a fundo and hiatal henia repair the first time at 5. The second time it was a fundo and a paraesophogial hernia repair. Now 11 months later I see unmistakable symptoms. I am not sold on this procedure at this point. The surgeon indicated that the first re-do was my son's fault. ... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/22/2007, comments (0)

Gripe Water on FDA Recall List

Gripe Water on FDA Recall List The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning on September 20, 2007 regarding Baby's Bliss Apple Flavored Gripe Water, a product commonly use to treat infant colic and reflux symptoms. The product is manufactured by MOM Enterprises, Inc. of San Rafael, California with a product code of 26952V... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/09/2007, comments (2)

Is It Acid Reflux?

Hello, I am unsure if my son has this disorder or not, but I highly suspect it. We have frequent nights where my son (age 9) wakes up with his stomach hurting and then throws us. This goes on for at least 2 episodes and happens at least 1 time a week if not more. If asked where his stomach hurts, he will say all over or he will point... Read more Chevron

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Siddhanth

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posted 03/06/2007, comment (1)

Infant refusing to feed when awake

Hi, My 3 month old has been suffering from GER. It has been a real challenge feeding him. HE refuses to feed when awake and has been drinking only half of the recommended quantity. We have tried Zantac and Prevacid and it is not working. I need to him every 2 hours, put him to sleep and then make him drink. Anyone else found a cure or... Read more Chevron

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