Question 1

what to do when pediatric gi has no answers to my grandsons mucus. can it be from silent reflux with acid coming out in the diaper. saw doc today and she had no suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Mucus: Mucus can be produced by wheat products. Therefore, I would have your child checked for celiac disease

Question 2

my 13 month old daughter has rectal prolapse. her pediatrician said as long as it goes back in, not to worry. should we see a pediatric gi?

Accepted Answer

Ped rectal prolapse: Rectal prolapse in 13 month old infant can be due to many causes.Like structural problem of digestive system, increased abdominal pressure, hirschsprung disease, ehler danlos syndrome, short or long term diarrhea, cystic fibrosis, parasitic diseases, pelvic floor weakness etc.Your pediatrician has examined the baby and he may be right but there is no harm in consulting a ped GI specialist for peace of mi.

Question 3

should i take my 18 month old to a pediatric gi dr? for the past several months, my daughter will throw up if she has eaten and then coughs too hard.  the only thing causing the vomiting is the coughing.  the pediatricians in our practice (there are 3-4 w

Accepted Answer

If : If you are concerned about your daughter's vomiting, and your child's doctors are not sure what to do, then seeing a specialist is the next step.  Give your child's practice a call and have them recommend a pediatric GI specialist they know and trust in your area.  Good luck!

Question 4

what are the differences between gastroenterology and pediatric gastroenterology?

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Pediatrics: Main difference is gastroenterologists will see adults, pediatrics will usually see till 18-21, depending on the group.

Question 5

whats a pediatric gastroenterology clinic?

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Kid stomach problems: It is a clinic that deals with children typically up to age 18 who are not pregnant and who have stomach, intestinal, liver, gall bladder, or colon diseases.

Question 6

pediatric gi said that prevacid doesn't stop baby from spitting up. is that so? she has been restless & has diarrhea so going to take her off.

Accepted Answer

Agree: The spitting is a mechanical problem fo reflux, while the Prevacid alters the acidity of the stomach contents, so the vomitus is less irritating and causes less heartburn.  For some infants, that makes a big difference in fussiness.  Elevation and thickened feedings are more effective for the actual spitting.

Question 7

what is a pediatric uveitis?

Accepted Answer

Eye disorder: It is inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye. Uvea consists of the iris, choroid and ciliary body. The choroid is sandwiched between the retina and the white of the eye (sclera), and provides blood flow to the deep layers of the retina. The most common type of uveitis is an inflammation of the iris called iritis. Infections, injury and autoimmune disorders may be serious causes.

Question 8

what is this: pediatric opthamologist?

Accepted Answer

Eye specialist: A pediatric ophthalmologist is a physician who specializes in treating disorders of the eye.  Ophthalmologists treat a wide variety of eye disorders in children ranging from visual acuity problems to retinitis to eye tumors and other disorders requiring surgery.

Question 9

what is the field of pediatric neuropsychology?

Accepted Answer

See below: As i understanding it, as an urgent care/emergency physician, pediatric neuropsychology (child neuropsychology) is an area of study involving looking at the relationships of general abilities, behaviors and mental skills (thinking or cognitive functions) in children.

Question 10

what are the pediatric symptoms of atelectasis?

Accepted Answer

ATELECTASIS: When part of the lungs collapse, child will have shortness of breath, tachypnea, cyanosis and chest pain depending on the part of lungs involved.

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What to do when pediatric gi has no answers to my grandsons mucus. can it be from silent reflux with acid coming out in the diaper. saw doc today and she had no suggestions?

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My 13 month old daughter has rectal prolapse. her pediatrician said as long as it goes back in, not to worry. should we see a pediatric gi?

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Should i take my 18 month old to a pediatric gi dr? for the past several months, my daughter will throw up if she has eaten and then coughs too hard. the only thing causing the vomiting is the coughing. the pediatricians in our practice (there are 3-4 w

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What are the differences between gastroenterology and pediatric gastroenterology?

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Whats a pediatric gastroenterology clinic?

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Pediatric gi said that prevacid doesn't stop baby from spitting up. is that so? she has been restless & has diarrhea so going to take her off.

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What is a pediatric uveitis?

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What is this: pediatric opthamologist?

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What is the field of pediatric neuropsychology?

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What are the pediatric symptoms of atelectasis?

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