Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

What Is Infant Gastroesophageal Reflux? Infant reflux, known as gastroesophageal reflux(GER), occurs when the stomach contents come back up into the infant’s food pipe or esophagus. The ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach normally relaxes to let milk pass from the esophagus into the...

Does your child complain of gas, diarrhea, or abdominal pain shortly after having dairy products? If yes, then your child may have lactose intolerance. What is Lactose Intolerance? Lactose intolerance is a digestive problem in people who cannot digest the sugar lactose found in milk. Lactose sugar is...

Does your child easily stress out? Is your child always anxious? Is your child a perfectionist? Do you worry that your child is going to get an ulcer? What Is an Ulcer? An ulcer is an open, painful sore in the digestive tract. Ulcers in the stomach are...

Dining out may seem daunting if you have a child that has a gluten sensitivity or Celiac Disease, but it boils down to these three simple steps: Choose a restaurant that has a gluten-free menu or gluten-free options. Use the free app FIND ME GLUTEN FREE Call or...

Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, also known as CVS, is a disorder of severe recurrent episodes of vomiting.CVShas three essential characteristics: Sudden Onset Usually children with CVSfeel well and then suddenly get an “attack” of nausea orabdominal painthat progresses to severe vomiting. These episodes or “attacks” can occur...