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Most preterm babies are on Reglan to increase GI motility, not H-2 blockers.
They are usually only used for infants with GI bleeding or a high risk of GI
bleeding (eg. on Indocin or steroids, severe stress in bigger babies, etc.).
We have known for a very long time that stomach acidity (which is very limited
in preterm infants anyway) is a part of the body's natural defense system to
pathogenic bacteria. Not sure why they are making such a big deal of this
study - old news.
Nancy E. Wight MD, IBCLC, FABM, FAAP
Neonatologist
Medical Director, Lactation Services
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women
San Diego, CA USA
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