Bridging the Gap of EA/TEF:
A Family to Family Support & Resource Network
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What is GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a digestive disorder that is caused by gastric acid flowing from the stomach into the esophagus. Almost all EA/ETF children suffer from some form of GERD, in most cases, the surgeon may suggesst a fundoplication to prevent damage to the esophagus.
What is Gastroesophageal Reflux?
Good link to Children's Hospital Boston which explains what GERD is, the different types of treatment, etc.
Esophageal pH Monitoring
This is a really good link that explains Ph monitoring. In some cases, it may be suggested that your child have a PH monitoring test done.
Esophageal pH (pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution) monitoring is a procedure for measuring the reflux (regurgitation or backwash) of acid from the stomach into the esophagus that occurs in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
The International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD)
The International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) is the complete resource for trustworthy information, support, and assistance regarding functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders.
Since 2003 we have funded $1,078,904 in Research Awards and Grants. We are working to increase support for digestive health research.
Founded in 1991, we raise awareness among patients, families, physicians, nurses, practitioners, investigators, regulators, employers, and the public to improve digestive health in the adults and children.
Phone: 414-964-1799
Toll-Free (in the U.S.): 888-964-2001
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