Your child is having vomiting or retching (gagging) that goes on for hours, or even days. During this time, your child may also have headaches or stomach pain. Then it goes away for weeks or months at a time. Your child may have a rare problem called cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS). CVS is sometimes known as abdominal migraine.
Lactose intolerance is not a milk allergy. Having lactose intolerance means that your child can't digest lactose. This is a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. Lactose intolerance can be managed. Here's what you should know.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a relatively common condition in children. It affects your child's digestive tract, where food is broken down to give your child energy and help him or her grow. No one knows exactly what causes IBS, although it may be a result of the nerves in the intestine being overly sensitive, causing spasm and changes in the way the intestine contracts. IBS may come and go, but there are things you can do to help your child feel better.
Blood in your child's vomit or poop can be a sign of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. GI bleeding can be scary for you and your child. Many times, the cause of the bleeding isn't serious. But your child should always be seen by a healthcare provider if GI bleeding happens. Read on to learn more.
Children with dysphagia have problems swallowing food or liquids. It often affects children who are just learning to eat solid foods. Dysphagia can make it hard for your child to get enough nutrients for good growth. Read on to learn more.
To treat celiac disease, remove all sources of gluten from your child's diet. It's important to do this even if your child is not feeling sick. Removing gluten will prevent symptoms and health problems caused by celiac disease.
Celiac disease is a problem that affects your child's ability to get nutrients from food. It is caused by a sensitivity to gluten. This is a protein found in many grains. Celiac cannot be cured, but it can be managed and the damage reversed.
Diarrhea is one of the most common illnesses in children. It can lead to too much fluid loss (dehydration) which can be serious. So preventing dehydration is important in managing your child's diarrhea. Here's what you need to know.
Constipation is a common problem in children. Your child has constipation if their poop is hard and dry. This often leads to straining or trouble pooping. Read on to learn more about symptoms and treatment.
Learn more about Cryptosporidium infection, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite. The infection is often passed in tainted water. This most often happens when someone swallows water from a pool, lake, or stream that contains the parasite.