Treating Acid Reflux in Infants
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios

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Defined Tag: Acid Reflux In Infants.

All babies spit up now and then. However, babies with acid reflux tend to throw up much more frequently. GERD is another term for acid reflux. Acid reflux in infants is when the food in the baby’s stomach, along with stomach acid, regurgitates back into the esophagus, and even back into the infant’s mouth.

There are a few common symptoms to watch out for if you suspect acid reflux to be affecting your baby. Frequent throwing-up is a big symptom to watch out for. Also, how many times in a week does your infant throw up? Persistent coughing is another sign of acid reflux in infants. A third common symptom of acid reflux in infants is gas, heartburn, and tummy pains. If your child seems to be colicky, this could be the reason. Finally, if you notice your baby re-swallowing their food often, your baby may suffer from acid reflux.

While some babies can outgrow acid reflux, there are some cases where reflux follows them into childhood, and even into adulthood. Even if your infant does outgrow it, acid reflux in infants can be linked to other problems down the road. For example, people that have a tendency to get pneumonia often, or people that have a tendency to gag easily may have suffered from acid reflux as infants.

There are four ways to test for acid reflux in infants. Many times, parents can just give all the information to the doctor to make a proper diagnosis. The first test is an x-ray that shows the esophagus, small intestines and stomach. This test usually looks for a narrower opening or obstructions that may be causing the acid reflux. This test can be performed on infants as well as adults.

Another way to test for acid reflux in infants is called the pH probe. In this test, a tube is placed up the nose and down the esophagus for a period of 24 hours. At the end of the tube is a probe that measures the acidity levels in the patient’s stomach. This is considered one of the most efficient ways to test for acid reflux in infants.

The third test for acid reflux in infants is called upper GI endoscopy. In this test, a light tube is placed up the nose and down the throat, through the stomach into the small intestine. This enables the pediatrician to see right into the stomach. A pinch biopsy of the small intestines also may help determine if your child is suffering from acid reflux.

The fourth way that a doctor can check for acid reflux is called Gastric Emptying. This test involves feeding your child food or milk mixed with a radioactive chemical. Then the doctor, using a camera, can follow the food and see if the patient is suffering from acid reflux in babies.

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