Question: I’m positive that the twenty week old baby that I am fostering has some type of reflux. After feeding, he spits up whenever he sits upright and whines constantly even after our best efforts to calm him.
The doctor recommended Gaviscon infant powders. We tried that, but it didn’t seem to help. Moms, what reflux [...]
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Moms, what reflux symptoms does your baby have?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Prilosec, Somewhere out there, is there a natural remedy or a better medication?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: Taking Prilosec twice each day is something I do not want to do. It does not appear to be working. Somewhere out there, is there a natural remedy or a better medication?
Answer: For one week, attempt to give your stomach a break. All acid type foods need to be deleted from your diet. Chocolate, [...]
Should I go for the Acid Reflux Operation?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: I have wanted to get the operation, however I don’t know if my acid reflux will be healed or if it will worsen. If you have knowledge on the subject, please share it with me.
Answer: In subjects that are cautiously picked out, results are good. I know this because I am a surgeon. Talk [...]
Zantac, Does anyone know of a natural alternative remedy to this prescription medication?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: My son is four years old, and he has a really bad case of acid reflux. In fact, he aspirates fluid into his lungs, which causes him to get pneumonia. The pediatrician has prescribed Zantac. Does anyone know of a natural alternative remedy to this prescription medication?
Answer: Following is a long-term plan of action. [...]
Is there an organic way of fixing this ailment, other than thickening food or feeding in an upright position?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: My one month old baby has reflux. The doctor prescribed Zantac, which we tried, but the side effects were bad. Is there an organic way of fixing this ailment, other than thickening food or feeding in an upright position?
Answer: There are other medications given to infants that require a prescription, like Reglan and Prevacid. [...]
Is acid reflux really what this is? What food will not cause problems?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: I believe I am suffering from acid reflux because when I finish eating foods that have grease and are fattening, it feels like my throat is on fire, plus I feel burning in my chest and stomach that wakes me up in the middle of the night. Is acid reflux really what this is? [...]
If it isn’t acid reflux, what could it be?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: I have this strange feeling in a tiny spot right above my left breast. It’s not terrible because it doesn’t affect me all day, however I can feel it when I am idle. And if I push or rub against it it feels a little tight, so I began to think this might be [...]
do foods with high levels of carbohydrates, like potatoes, contribute to or directly cause gastroesophageal reflux?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: The number one question to answer is, do foods with high levels of carbohydrates, like potatoes, contribute to or directly cause gastroesophageal reflux?
Another question to answer is whether gastroesophageal reflux is passed on genetically.
Answer: hot tea, foods that are hot or spicy, citrus fruits, chocolate
• chocolate
• drinks loaded with caffeine
• fatty fried foods
• garlic [...]
Zantac – I would like to know the dosage for a 12 pound baby
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Question: My 3 month old son has reflux and takes Zantac to treat it. Silent reflux is an interesting challenge. It seems like Zantac is helpful; however, he seems fussy recently. I think the medicine is not as effective as it once was. One problem to watch out for is that you will need to [...]