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Your child has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is a backflow of acid from the stomach into the swallowing tube (esophagus).
Call your doctor immediately if your child has any of the following:
In an infant under 3 months old, a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38.0°C) or higher
In a child 3 to 36 months, a rectal temperature of 102°F (39.0°) or higher
In a child of any age who has a temperature of 103°F (39.4°C) or higher
A fever that lasts more than 24-hours in a child under 2 years old, or for 3 days in a child 2 years or older
A seizure caused by the fever
Wheezing or coughing
Bloody spittle or drool
Trouble gaining weight
Trouble drinking or swallowing
If your child has trouble breathing, call 911 (emergency) immediately.
Burp your child frequently during feeding.
Keep your child upright as much as possible during feedings and for about 30 minutes after the feeding is over.
Feed your baby more often and in smaller amounts.
Give your child medications exactly as directed by your doctor.
Ask your doctor or nurse about products to thicken your child’s formula. Thicker formula stays in the stomach longer.
Talk to your doctor about surgical options. If medications and changes in feeding don’t relieve symptoms, surgery may be necessary.
Keep a log that details how much formula or breast milk your child takes in each day. Review the log at your next appointment with your doctor.
Make a follow-up appointment as directed by our staff.
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