Can a 12 year old have GERD?
Your daughter may well have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) since this condition occurs in children as well as in adults. Some of the symptoms described by your daughter do fit GERD, including nausea, regurgitation of clear fluid, a feeling that something is present in the throat, and having an upset stomach.
Can 13 year olds get GERD?
GERD can occur in all age groups, but it’s growing fastest in children and teens. Up to 25% of teenagers have GERD symptoms, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
Why does my 12 year old have heartburn?
In very young children, the cause of heartburn is usually an immature digestive tract. In older children, risks include being overweight, exposure to secondhand smoke, and eating certain types of foods (for example, spicy foods). Children with neurological conditions, such as cerebral palsy, are also at greater risk.
What can 11 year olds take for GERD?
What treatments might the doctor give for my child’s GERD?
- Over-the-counter antacids.
- H2 blockers, which decrease acid production.
- Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which lower the amount of acid the stomach makes.
- Prokinetics, which help the stomach empty faster.
How serious can GERD get?
GERD can be a problem if it’s not treated because, over time, the reflux of stomach acid damages the tissue lining the esophagus, causing inflammation and pain. In adults, long-lasting, untreated GERD can lead to permanent damage of the esophagus.
How long does it take to wake up from acid reflux?
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What happens if you have too little stomach acid?
Anyone and everyone taking PPI’S ( proton pump inhibitors ) to help /reduce stomach acidity /reflux /GERD etc., should seriously read up on WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU HAVE TOO LITTLE HCL ACID (stomach acid )….you will be shocked. …all or most people that suffer with acid reflux /GERD has TOO LITTLE stomach acid, not too much acid.
What to do if you have acid reflux?
The only thing that soothes it is drinking baking soda desolved in water. I usually go through about 4 tablespoons in maybe 600mls of water before it eases. It usually goes away in less than half an hour drinking this. I just down a cupful, wait, down another and do this till it’s gone. I hope this helps you too.
How long has Gerd been in your system?
I have had GERD for many years (about 12 years) and wondered if anyone else has had this condition for many years and how they have coped with it? has your condition got worse over the years? what tests have you had etc?
What are the signs and symptoms of Gerd?
This, in turn, correlates (not completely accurate) with symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn and regurgitation. Like many diseases, GERD has several stages ranging from mild to life-threatening. It is likely that there is an early stage of lower esophageal sphincter damage that does not cause symptoms.
Can a 40 year old have reflux disease?
Isn’t Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disorder something 40-50 year olds complain about???!!! Sadly, GERD can sometimes start early in life. In our modern society, it’s not unheard of for young adults in their early 20s to be diagnosed with reflux disease.
Can a medication make the symptoms of Gerd worse?
I’ve heard that some medications can aggravate the symptoms of GERD. Can you tell me more? Certain medications and dietary supplements can irritate the lining of your esophagus, causing heartburn pain. Others can increase the severity of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).