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    ESPGHAN/NASPGHAN guidelines for treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and functional abdominal pain‐not otherwise specified in children aged 4–18 year

    There are the 2025 guidelines for IBD - DGBIs A big take away is hypnotherapy! The Guideline Development Group (GDG) notes that a crucial emphasis should be placed on education regarding the abdominal pain-related disorders of gut–brain interaction (AP-DGBI) diagnosis during initial...
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    Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)

    Parents...Is your teenager having episodes of unexplained vomiting?In states like California, Washington, and Colorado where cannabis is widely available, one possible cause is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). This is why we need to talk to our children about risks of vaping and edibles...
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    gastroparesis / delayed gastric emptying

    It is common for children to get self limited post viral delayed gastric emptying and it usually goes away. Share your experiences with this diagnosis here!
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    Gallstones in pancreatitis in children

    Was your child diagnosed with pancreatitis and gallstones? Specially for teenagers, the recommendation, more often than not is to get cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal). Share your experiences with us here.
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    Poor Sleep = Worse Tummy Aches

    Did you know that poor sleep can make abdominal pain worse in kids? Whether your child has IBS, IBD, or frequent unexplained belly aches, sleep might be part of the puzzle. So how can we improve sleep and possibly ease those tummy troubles? Start here: • Get at least 60 minutes of physical...
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    What blender to buy for tube feeding blended meals

    We just read an amazing post by Claire Kariya, RD, CNSC on “The Best Blenders for Tube Feeding Blended Diets – Any Budget!” and wanted to bring the conversation to you. Whether you're blending every meal or just supplementing your tube-fed child's nutrition, a reliable blender can make all the...
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    Rumination disorder

    Rumination disorder is most of the time diagnosed by a pediatric gastroenterologist. Sometimes endoscopy is done but not always. Diagnosis is outlined by Rome IV as follows, B4. RUMINATION SYNDROME Diagnostic criteria* Must include all of the following: Persistent or...
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    DGBI, POTS and MCAS. AGA guidelines for hypermobile patients

    These are great in shedding some light into who should be screened for POTS and MCAS The connection between DGBI (Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction, formerly known as functional GI disorders) and MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) lies in overlapping symptoms and possible shared mechanisms...
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    Nerve stimulators such as IB-Stim for DGBI and related disorders

    Has your child used a nerve stimulator for GI issues? Please share experiences with devices like IB-Stim and other non-invasive nerve stimulators used for abdominal pain and gut-related conditions in kids. If you've tried one, share your story below — what worked, what didn’t, and what you...
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    What Is ARFID? Let’s Talk About It.

    ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) is not just picky eating. It’s a serious mental health condition that can affect a child’s ability to grow, thrive, and connect with others through food. Let’s break it down. ARFID often shows up as: Avoiding certain textures, smells, or food...
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    Have you heard of progressive muscle relaxation?

    Have you tried it on your child?
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    VEOIBD guidelines and resources

    Please add here other valuable publications to fight VEOIBD! Naspghan publication from 2020, https://naspghan.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/March-2020-Article-B-JPGN-18-994_NASPGHAN_Positon_Paper-1.pdf Crohn's & Colitis Foundation...
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    Latest medical guidelines for cyclic vomiting 2025

    Good News for Families Navigating Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)! We’re excited to share brand-new 2025 clinical guidelines from the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition — and they include hopeful, low-risk strategies for managing CVS in children...
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    Medicamentos para tratamiento del estreñimiento en los niños

    Aquí te pasamos el dato basado en la publicacion por la Asociacion de gastroenterologia pediatrica de Norte America, Evaluation and treatment of functional constipation in infants and children: evidence-based recommendations from ESPGHAN and NASPGHAN. Tabbers MM...
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    Celiac diagnosis without endoscopy and biopsy? share your experiences here!

    Since 2020, the European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology says NO biopsy is needed for diagnosis in many cases — a major change compared to U.S. guidelines! Was your child diagnosed without an endoscopy and biopsy? Do you prefer this approach? Please share your insight with us.
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