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Lucey-driscoll syndrome, boy 7+ now. intolerant of food like pizza. reflux. pain luq and mid left. worse supine and on meds. what are causes?

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Not related: Lucey driscoll syn. Seen in new born due to bilirubin conj. Inhibition.It is temporary with out serious consequences. , at age 7 that is not the problem, need work up from his pediatrician, to ped GI specialist , even at that age peptic ulcers are possible. Take him to his pediatrician first.

Answered 6/25/2020

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Possibly several: It sounds to me if there are a couple of possibilities. Possibly gluten, dairy or food tomato intolerance/allergy. In addition to this could just be gastritis from spicy food too. Keep a food diary more closely and see if a pattern emerges.

Answered 1/25/2013

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

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Not related: Lucey-driscoll deals with neonatal buildup of bilirubin. Food intolerance, luq pain, exacerbated when supine consistent with gerd &/or pud. Avoid trigger foods (spicy, acidic, caffeine, soda pop, fried/fatty/greasy foods); don't lie down for 30 minutes after eating; elevate head of bed. See pediatrician for evaluation & treatment options. Endoscopy may be needed.

Answered 1/4/2013

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