Signs and symptoms associated with digestive tract development
1Discipline of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Escola Paulista de Medicina, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Post-Graduation in Nutrition, Escola Paulista de Medicina, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Jornal De Pediatria
|March 30, 2016
Summary
Infant gastrointestinal issues are common during digestive tract development, often linked to functional disorders or allergies. Maintaining breastfeeding and seeking pediatric care are key management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Gastroenterology
- Neonatal Care
Background:
- Gastrointestinal signs and symptoms are frequently observed in infants.
- These manifestations can stem from functional gastrointestinal disorders, cow's milk protein allergy, or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the development and prevalence of infant gastrointestinal signs and symptoms.
- To assess measures for mitigating the negative impacts of these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review utilizing the Medline database.
- Analysis of identified references relevant to infant digestive tract development and associated symptoms.
Main Results:
- Common infant gastrointestinal issues include infantile colic, regurgitation, and constipation.
- Cow's milk protein allergy and gastroesophageal reflux disease present diagnostic challenges and impact family dynamics.
- Comprehensive pediatric care, continued breastfeeding, and specialized formulas are crucial for management.
Conclusions:
- Gastrointestinal signs and symptoms during infant digestive tract development often arise from functional disorders, GERD, or CMPA.
- Maintaining breastfeeding is paramount for infant health and symptom management.
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