Reflux

[Guest guest]

and Mike

We have tried Mylanta, Zantac, and the drug omeprazole (Losec, Maxor, Prilosec).

Hannah's reflux became apparent after she had her gtube placed. We tried the

meds in the order I've given, trying another when the previous one lost its

effectiveness. Now she takes a high dose of Maxor and it works quite well. These

drugs work to reduce the acidity of stomach fluids.

Another thing that we have experienced is vomiting when Hannah is very

constipated. This is obviously more than just relux, but might be worth

considering if things get worse.

Hope you find a solution soon

(Hannah's mum, Australia

----- Original Message -----

Has anyone had any problems with Gastroesophageal Reflux?

In the past few weeks, Carver has started to vomit a few times. Some days it's

none at all, other times it's twice a day and the amounts vary..... 1/2 ounce up

to 4-5 ounces. I've seen him eat 4-5 ounces with no problem, then several hours

later, after things should have cleared into his system, take half an ounce and

spew it all up. He seems to be fine while eating..... and after it's all come

back up, he'll look up at you and smile as if nothing just happened. I'm

currently searching a few sites for some info... and finding some interesting

things out, but I would like to hear back from anyone that has dealt with this

in the past and what course of actions you have taken and any meds that might be

used.

[Guest guest]

and Mike

We have tried Mylanta, Zantac, and the drug omeprazole (Losec, Maxor, Prilosec).

Hannah's reflux became apparent after she had her gtube placed. We tried the

meds in the order I've given, trying another when the previous one lost its

effectiveness. Now she takes a high dose of Maxor and it works quite well. These

drugs work to reduce the acidity of stomach fluids.

Another thing that we have experienced is vomiting when Hannah is very

constipated. This is obviously more than just relux, but might be worth

considering if things get worse.

Hope you find a solution soon

(Hannah's mum, Australia

----- Original Message -----

Has anyone had any problems with Gastroesophageal Reflux?

In the past few weeks, Carver has started to vomit a few times. Some days it's

none at all, other times it's twice a day and the amounts vary..... 1/2 ounce up

to 4-5 ounces. I've seen him eat 4-5 ounces with no problem, then several hours

later, after things should have cleared into his system, take half an ounce and

spew it all up. He seems to be fine while eating..... and after it's all come

back up, he'll look up at you and smile as if nothing just happened. I'm

currently searching a few sites for some info... and finding some interesting

things out, but I would like to hear back from anyone that has dealt with this

in the past and what course of actions you have taken and any meds that might be

used.

[Guest guest]

and Mike

We have tried Mylanta, Zantac, and the drug omeprazole (Losec, Maxor, Prilosec).

Hannah's reflux became apparent after she had her gtube placed. We tried the

meds in the order I've given, trying another when the previous one lost its

effectiveness. Now she takes a high dose of Maxor and it works quite well. These

drugs work to reduce the acidity of stomach fluids.

Another thing that we have experienced is vomiting when Hannah is very

constipated. This is obviously more than just relux, but might be worth

considering if things get worse.

Hope you find a solution soon

(Hannah's mum, Australia

----- Original Message -----

Has anyone had any problems with Gastroesophageal Reflux?

In the past few weeks, Carver has started to vomit a few times. Some days it's

none at all, other times it's twice a day and the amounts vary..... 1/2 ounce up

to 4-5 ounces. I've seen him eat 4-5 ounces with no problem, then several hours

later, after things should have cleared into his system, take half an ounce and

spew it all up. He seems to be fine while eating..... and after it's all come

back up, he'll look up at you and smile as if nothing just happened. I'm

currently searching a few sites for some info... and finding some interesting

things out, but I would like to hear back from anyone that has dealt with this

in the past and what course of actions you have taken and any meds that might be

used.

[Guest guest]

You came to the right place. is the Queen of reflux ! What you describe

is typical of it. First off I would call the developmental ped. She may or may

not want to run an upper GI. That is a very easy non invasive test. consists

of having the child drink some barium while under fulorscopy (sp) and they will

watch it move through the mouth, neck , esophagus and stomach and then through

the intestines. You will be there about two to three hours and go back in at

intervals to watch how much clears the stomach in how long.

Medications: Most frequently it is Zantac, pirlosec.Erythromycin .I know there

are others. I just can't think of them right now.

Let us know how it goes.

Virginia, mum to 14 and Amber 12

[Guest guest]

You came to the right place. is the Queen of reflux ! What you describe

is typical of it. First off I would call the developmental ped. She may or may

not want to run an upper GI. That is a very easy non invasive test. consists

of having the child drink some barium while under fulorscopy (sp) and they will

watch it move through the mouth, neck , esophagus and stomach and then through

the intestines. You will be there about two to three hours and go back in at

intervals to watch how much clears the stomach in how long.

Medications: Most frequently it is Zantac, pirlosec.Erythromycin .I know there

are others. I just can't think of them right now.

Let us know how it goes.

Virginia, mum to 14 and Amber 12

[Guest guest]

You came to the right place. is the Queen of reflux ! What you describe

is typical of it. First off I would call the developmental ped. She may or may

not want to run an upper GI. That is a very easy non invasive test. consists

of having the child drink some barium while under fulorscopy (sp) and they will

watch it move through the mouth, neck , esophagus and stomach and then through

the intestines. You will be there about two to three hours and go back in at

intervals to watch how much clears the stomach in how long.

Medications: Most frequently it is Zantac, pirlosec.Erythromycin .I know there

are others. I just can't think of them right now.

Let us know how it goes.

Virginia, mum to 14 and Amber 12

[Guest guest]

,

Our paed handled Hannah's reflux quite well, progressing as required through the

various meds until we got to the strongest one. We started with Mylanta, went on

to Zantac, and ended up on Omeprazole (Losec, Prilosec, Maxor) which is about as

strong as you can get. He referred us to a gastro specialist when we requested a

gastrostomy tube for Hannah. The GI has managed that of course, and also the

bouts of vomiting caused by reflux which occured earlier this year, but

otherwise the paed is capable and easier for us to see than the GI specialist

for changes to relux med doses.

You probably already do, or have tried these, but here are some other hints :

- feed in an upright or reclined position

- give smaller more frequent meals

- try thickening liquids

I think it's true that this level of reflux is common with special needs kids

but, in the end, if the parents want to see a specialist then surely they have

the right to. We asked for a gtube (for reasons other than reflux) and that's

why we see a GI doctor.

Any questions, please feel free to ask.

(Hannah's mum, Australia)

----- Original Message -----

From: ajbdvm

My daughter, , 14 months old has had persistent (maybe even

progressive) reflux since she was born. It does not abate at all by

feeding her solids. She probably spits up about 20-30 times each

day, and there are many other times you can see it happen, but

nothing comes up.

She has already had a pH study and is on medication for reflux in

addition to all her other meds.

My husband wants to see a gastroenterologist.

The pediatrician says that is unnecessary because this degree of

reflux is very common with developmentally delayed children.

My husband thought I should see if everyone or anyone has

experienced similar problems with reflux.

If not, then we probably will go see a GI doctor.

[Guest guest]

,

Our paed handled Hannah's reflux quite well, progressing as required through the

various meds until we got to the strongest one. We started with Mylanta, went on

to Zantac, and ended up on Omeprazole (Losec, Prilosec, Maxor) which is about as

strong as you can get. He referred us to a gastro specialist when we requested a

gastrostomy tube for Hannah. The GI has managed that of course, and also the

bouts of vomiting caused by reflux which occured earlier this year, but

otherwise the paed is capable and easier for us to see than the GI specialist

for changes to relux med doses.

You probably already do, or have tried these, but here are some other hints :

- feed in an upright or reclined position

- give smaller more frequent meals

- try thickening liquids

I think it's true that this level of reflux is common with special needs kids

but, in the end, if the parents want to see a specialist then surely they have

the right to. We asked for a gtube (for reasons other than reflux) and that's

why we see a GI doctor.

Any questions, please feel free to ask.

(Hannah's mum, Australia)

----- Original Message -----

From: ajbdvm

My daughter, , 14 months old has had persistent (maybe even

progressive) reflux since she was born. It does not abate at all by

feeding her solids. She probably spits up about 20-30 times each

day, and there are many other times you can see it happen, but

nothing comes up.

She has already had a pH study and is on medication for reflux in

addition to all her other meds.

My husband wants to see a gastroenterologist.

The pediatrician says that is unnecessary because this degree of

reflux is very common with developmentally delayed children.

My husband thought I should see if everyone or anyone has

experienced similar problems with reflux.

If not, then we probably will go see a GI doctor.

[Guest guest]

I'd see a GI just to have her checked out. Reflux is

nothing to fool around with. , our 1 year old,

has a few episodes per day, not to the extent of

.

in Houston, mom to

--- ajbdvm wrote:

> My daughter, , 14 months old has had persistent

> (maybe even

> progressive) reflux since she was born. It does not

> abate at all by

> feeding her solids. She probably spits up about

> 20-30 times each

> day, and there are many other times you can see it

> happen, but

> nothing comes up.

> She has already had a pH study and is on medication

> for reflux in

> addition to all her other meds.

> My husband wants to see a gastroenterologist.

> The pediatrician says that is unnecessary because

> this degree of

> reflux is very common with developmentally delayed

> children.

> My husband thought I should see if everyone or

> anyone has

> experienced similar problems with reflux.

> If not, then we probably will go see a GI doctor.

> Thanks.

> Sincerely,

> Bivens, FL

>

>

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[Guest guest]

I'd see a GI just to have her checked out. Reflux is

nothing to fool around with. , our 1 year old,

has a few episodes per day, not to the extent of

.

in Houston, mom to

--- ajbdvm wrote:

> My daughter, , 14 months old has had persistent

> (maybe even

> progressive) reflux since she was born. It does not

> abate at all by

> feeding her solids. She probably spits up about

> 20-30 times each

> day, and there are many other times you can see it

> happen, but

> nothing comes up.

> She has already had a pH study and is on medication

> for reflux in

> addition to all her other meds.

> My husband wants to see a gastroenterologist.

> The pediatrician says that is unnecessary because

> this degree of

> reflux is very common with developmentally delayed

> children.

> My husband thought I should see if everyone or

> anyone has

> experienced similar problems with reflux.

> If not, then we probably will go see a GI doctor.

> Thanks.

> Sincerely,

> Bivens, FL

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I had Gerd something fierce!!!! I also had a hiatal hernia where your food

flapper dosen't close & allows stomach acid to refux up & Dr. K. fixed it when I

got my DS. I have not had even a hint of heartburn or gerd. I think it go away

if you have this type of hernia & he fixes it. If you are not sure go get an

upper GI. & that test will tell you if you have one. If you don't have one I

think it will improve greatly or even go away because of the changes you will

make in your diet.

Mike

XJULBUG@... wrote:

I was wondering if anyone had severe GERDS (reflux) pre-op? Is so, how has

the surgery affect you now? I am on Prevacid twice daily to help reflux. I

just wonder how the surgery will affect me.

Thanks,

- NM

[Guest guest]

> I was wondering if anyone had severe GERDS (reflux) pre-op? Is

so, how has

> the surgery affect you now? I am on Prevacid twice daily to help

reflux. I

> just wonder how the surgery will affect me.

>

> Thanks,

> - NM

>

>

>***************

ive had it for years. pre op, i was taking acid blockers everyday.

reflux runs in my family. my dad has barretts disease from it.

anyway- im now post op and although i still take aciphex, i only

need it a couple times a week. the surgery has greatly reduced my

reflux. some people can go off the meds completely. i still get

reflux every so often but a huge difference from pre op

vicki

[Guest guest]

Hi all

Just wondering about reflux - I had my hiatus hernia repaired when I

was banded 2 weeks ago but now after 2 weeks of bliss I am feeling

some well known reflux discomfort

Am I eating too much? Is it simply foods still disagree with me??

L.