What types of testing is done on young toddlers?

[Anonymous]

My 14 month old DD has reflux that is triggered by foods. It seems to be getting worse over time.

We are having our first appointment with a ped GI at the end of the month. What kinds of testing might she suggest? I’ve been trying to figure this out with google but coming up blank. I want to make the most of that appointment and be as informed as possible going into it.

So first visit, is testing even likely or if it can be controlled with meds is that usually good enough w/o testing? What was your experience.

Thanks

[Anonymous]

not likely to have any testing done on the first visit unless they order allergy blood tests. they will probably start her on meds to see how she does—i guess she is already on meds. depending on the dosage she has been on and what type of meds she has been on, they could possibly change the dosage or the meds. if she has been on a good dosage for a long enough period to expect improvement, they may schedule a scope or a ph probe.

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