With regard to the latest discussion on gastro-esophageal reflux, it should
really be diagnosed if the baby is symptomatic.  There is a test called a
pneumocardiogram 5 (PCG 5) which does a good job of diagnosing this problem
and giving some idea of the severity.
Continual refluxing of gastric acid into the esophagus and possibly into the
bronchial tree causes severe irritation and eventual scarring.  This may be
more than a laundry problem even if the baby is gaining.
What about it, doctors?
Deanne, R.N. NICU
                IBCLC

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