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Question: Do children with acid reflux have more dental problems than other children?
Answer: Yes, there is some evidence that children with pediatric acid reflux are more likely to experience several types of dental problems including: cavities, bad breath and enamel erosion. Children with acid reflux who experience frequent vomiting (daily,...
Children with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are at risk for developing dental problems. During a reflux episode, stomach acid... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
When is the best time to take my Aciphex? Typically, the best time to take Aciphex and other proton pump inhibitors for... Read more »
This year, the American Dental Association (ADA) marks the 60th anniversary of celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month. Each... Read more »
Signs and symptoms of Pediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) may include one or several of the following: PAIN: Irritability, constant or sudden... Read more »
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved NEXIUM® delayed release capsules in children ages 12 to 17 for the short-term treatment of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nearly everyone has an attack of heartburn at some point in their lives. In the vast majority of cases the condition is temporary and mild, causing... Read more »
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter - LES, (where the muscle connects the... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the... Read more »