Category: 1. Abdominal and Digestive Disorders

“My tummy hurts” — that’s something every parent hears. But if it seems like your child complains about stomach problems all the time, they may have a serious digestive disorder. These conditions have different causes, but share many of the same symptoms: Nausea Stomachache Diarrhea Vomiting Dehydration (from the diarrhea and vomiting) If your child has these symptoms often, the… Continue reading Severe Digestive Disorders

It’s common for infants to spit up after a meal. That little spit is called gastroesaphogeal reflux or GER. But frequent vomiting associated with discomfort and difficulty feeding or weight loss may be caused by something more serious known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Both GER and GERD can cause the upward movement of stomach content, including acid, into the esophagus and sometimes into or… Continue reading Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease