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Jul 25, 2009
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Reasons
I would like to hear opionions from GI specialists as to what they attribute the rise in gastrointestinal issues, especially heartburn and
reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Gastroesophageal reflux in infants
Hiatal hernia repair
Reflux nephropathy
Vesicoureteral reflux
, GERD and even more serious related conditions. What is causing the rise in pediatric instances of gastro issues?
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erikamesh
Jul 25, 2009
To: kasta
That's an excellent question! I personally think it's all the chemicals in the food we eat, but that's just my opinion. I too would like to hear what they think it's from
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