GORD Flashcards
1
Q
What symptom does it commonly cause?
A
vomitign in infancy
2
Q
risk factors
A
preterm delivery
neurological disorders
3
Q
features
A
typically develops before 8 weeks
vomiting/regurgitation
milky vomits after feeds
may occur after being laid flat
excessive crying, especially while feeding
4
Q
what age does it typically develop at?
A
before 8 weeks
5
Q
diagnosis
A
clinical
6
Q
Mx
A
- position during feeds - 30 degree head up
- do not overfeed
- trial of thickened formula
- trial of alginate therapy
- fundoplication - if severe complications and medical treatment is ineffective
7
Q
Complications
A
distress
failure to thrive
aspiration
frequent otitis media
in older children dental erosion
may occur
8
Q
Complications
A
distress
failure to thrive
aspiration
frequent otitis media
in older children dental erosion
may occur
