In order to diagnosis infant
GERD, the healthcare provider will ask a number of questions, including questions about:
- Current symptoms
- Feeding history.
He or she will also perform a physical exam looking for signs and symptoms of infant GERD. Depending on what is found, the healthcare provider may also recommend certain tests. These tests can help determine whether GERD is the problem or whether it is due to something else.
Treatment for Infant GERD
Treatment for infant GERD will vary, based on a number of factors, including the severity of symptoms and the age of the infant. In some cases, treatment may not be necessary because reflux often improves on its own after 1 to 2 years of age. In these cases, feeding and sleeping modification may be all that is needed.
In other cases, the healthcare provider may recommend medications. In rare cases, surgery may be recommended for as a treatment for infant GERD.
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