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Suggest Treatment For IBS And Acid Reflux In An 11-year-old
my son is 11 years old an has ibs and acid reflux. he has been off and on stomach meds since birth and is not getting any better. He has had several tests run and all they come up with is ibs and reflux. He has constant stomach pain. throws up a lot and has been running fever off and on. he has no color and has very dark circles around his eyes. Are we missing something?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The symptoms seem to be related to acid reflux. Some advices that I can give to you are: -Use antacids for stomach pain -Lose weight -Avoid foods known to cause reflux. -Eat smaller meals. -Do not lie down after eating. -Elevate your bed.
Hope my answer was helpful. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For IBS And Acid Reflux In An 11-year-old
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The symptoms seem to be related to acid reflux. Some advices that I can give to you are: -Use antacids for stomach pain -Lose weight -Avoid foods known to cause reflux. -Eat smaller meals. -Do not lie down after eating. -Elevate your bed. Hope my answer was helpful. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General & Family Physician