Is it possible to give something to relieve a child with acid reflux?
32-year-old woman
My son is 6 years old and complains of stomach pains when he eats and on several occasions he has told us about acid reflux. This has been going on for about 2-3 weeks.
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Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago
Hello Ma'am,
You don't give stomach medicine to a child this age without having a clear diagnosis (so before seeing a doctor).
In fact, we wouldn't want to hide a more serious situation that would require medical attention.
Does it happen at every meal, without exception? Do you remember what changed about her situation 2-3 weeks ago? What about his stool, is it different?
32-year-old woman · 3 years ago
I am waiting for an appointment with his family doctor. I'm looking for a solution to relieve him in the meantime.
He has reduced his amount of food. Sometimes after 3 bites he stops eating saying he is in pain.
This is not at every meal. No change in these stools. There has been no change either that would have caused this. Her situation is the same as before
Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago
Very strange all this.
It is that at this age, the over-the-counter products have not been studied enough to be safe to use.
That said, the thing that can be done now that will help the doctor in his diagnosis is a meal diary. This will try to find out what foods are causing the most symptoms. Write it all down, and avoid the foods that cause pain. Take these notes to the doctor.
32-year-old woman · 3 years ago
Perfect, thank you very much!
Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago
It feels good!"
Good evening,
Alexander
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