Patient's question:
My baby has been acting strange recently. After eating, he keeps burping and sometimes food comes out of his mouth. At first, I thought he was overeating, but later realized it wasn't the case. I took him to see a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, who gave him a few herbal prescriptions to take. However, the effect hasn't been very good.What kind of assistance is needed: Is this acid reflux? What should I do?
Doctor's answer:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the condition where acidic substances from the stomach flow back into the esophagus. At this time, patients usually feel a burning sensation below the sternum, but the burning sensation can also extend upward to the neck. It may be accompanied by a sour taste in the mouth or a prickling sensation in the throat. Esophageal discomfort can also cause retrosternal pain, as if food is stuck in that area. It is recommended that you conduct a thorough examination and treat the symptoms accordingly. The above suggestions are for this issue, and it is hoped that they will be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!