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Adenovirus Infections

Adenoviruses are a group of viruses that cause respiratory (breathing) illnesses.

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Anorectal Malformation

Anorectal malformations are birth defects in which the anus and rectum don’t develop properly.

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Appendicitis

Appendicitis is a painful swelling and infection of the appendix.

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Biliary Atresia

Biliary atresia occurs when the common bile duct is blocked or damaged, so that it's impossible for bile to flow through it.

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BRAVO pH Test

The BRAVO pH test measures acidity in the esophagus and helps diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is a lifelong intolerance to gluten.

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Crohns Disease in Children

Crohn’s disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease in which parts of a child’s intestinal tract become inflamed.

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Dilation

Dilation is a procedure that stretches the tissues in and around the esophagus to help children swallow normally.

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Dysphagia

Dysphagia is a term that means “difficulty swallowing.” It is the inability of food or liquids to pass easily from your child’s mouth, into the throat, and through the esophagus...

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Endoscopy

An endoscopy is a procedure that is used to evaluate a patient’s digestive tract.

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ERCP Test

An endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography is a non-invasive procedure that allows doctors to treat problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, and pancreatic duct.

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Esophageal Impedance

Esophageal impedance is a diagnostic test that measures the amount and type of gastroesophageal reflux in the esophagus.

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Esophageal Manometry

Esophageal manometry is a procedure in which a small flexible tube is placed into the nose and passed into the esophagus.

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Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Familial adenomatous polyposis is a rare genetic condition associated with the growth of dozens to hundreds of polyps in the GI tract.

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Gallstones (Cholelithiasis)

Gallstones are solid deposits of digestive fluid in the gallbladder.

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GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in children is a chronic digestive disorder.

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Group B Streptococcus (GBS)

Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a bacterium that can be found in the digestive tract, urinary tract, and genital area of adults.

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Helicobacter Pylori

Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, is a spiral-shaped bacterium found in the stomach.

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Intussusception

Intussusception occurs when a portion of your child's intestine folds inside another segment — this causes an obstruction that prevents the passage of food, which is being digested.

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Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron deficiency anemia is a common blood disorder that occurs when red blood cell counts are low due to a lack of iron.

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Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas becomes inflamed.

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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome

Peutz-Jeghers syndrome causes multiple polyps (abnormal growths) in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

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Treatment

Polypectomy Procedure

A polypectomy is when the polyp is removed. This may be performed in one of two ways.

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Pyloric Stenosis

A main symptom of pyloric stenosis is when young babies projectile vomit on a regular basis.

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Rotavirus Infections

Rotavirus is a contagious virus. Among children, it's the leading cause of severe diarrhea.

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Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers

An ulcer is an open sore or lesion usually found on the skin or mucous membrane.

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Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease in which the inner lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum become inflamed.

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Treatment

Upper GI Series

An upper GI series uses special x-ray technology to show the structure of your child's esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.

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