GERD

Ranitidine, also known by its brand name Zantac, has recently been in the news.  Zantac is a very common and popular medication used to treat heartburn and acid reflux in infants, children, and adults.  Zantac is available by prescription and over the counter. In June of 2019, an online pharmacy that...

There are many reasons a child may complain of difficulty swallowing such as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or Eosinophilic Disease. A less common reason for difficulty swallowing but a possible cause to consider is Achalasia.  What is Achalasia? Achalasia means “failure to relax” and refers to the inability...