Guest guest Posted March 18, 2002 Report Share Posted March 18, 2002 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2002 Report Share Posted March 18, 2002 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2002 Report Share Posted March 18, 2002 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2002 Report Share Posted March 18, 2002 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2002 Report Share Posted March 18, 2002 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2002 Report Share Posted March 18, 2002 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 23, 2002 Report Share Posted June 23, 2002 , 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 23, 2002 Report Share Posted June 23, 2002 , 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 24, 2002 Report Share Posted June 24, 2002 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 > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 24, 2002 Report Share Posted June 24, 2002 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 > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2005 Report Share Posted January 20, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2005 Report Share Posted January 20, 2005 > 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2006 Report Share Posted August 30, 2006 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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