Gastrointestinal Health topics
Childrens gastrointestinal disorders
Click on the links below to learn about some of the common gastrointestinal conditions that can affect children.
Appendicitis
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis usually starts with the main symptom of pain around the navel that moves to the lower right abdomen.
Constipation in children
Unlike adult constipation, childhood constipation is more often the result of a behavioural rather than a nutritional disorder.
Eosinophilic oesophagitis becoming more common
Eosinophilic oesophagitis is an inflammatory condition that causes a choking sensation in the throat.
Eosinophilic oesophagitis still on the rise
Eosinophilic oesophagitis - inflammation of the oesophagus often caused by food allergy - is increasing in Australia, expert says.
Faecal incontinence in children (encopresis)
Children with encopresis are not soiling their underwear deliberately, and they should receive medical help.
Gastroenteritis in children
Find out about gastroenteritis in kids - symptoms, treatment and prevention, and how to prevent and treat dehydration due to gastro.
Reflux in children
Many babies and small children experience heartburn, or acid reflux.
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis usually starts with the main symptom of pain around the navel that moves to the lower right abdomen.
Constipation in children
Unlike adult constipation, childhood constipation is more often the result of a behavioural rather than a nutritional disorder.
Eosinophilic oesophagitis becoming more common
Eosinophilic oesophagitis is an inflammatory condition that causes a choking sensation in the throat.
Eosinophilic oesophagitis still on the rise
Eosinophilic oesophagitis - inflammation of the oesophagus often caused by food allergy - is increasing in Australia, expert says.
Faecal incontinence in children (encopresis)
Children with encopresis are not soiling their underwear deliberately, and they should receive medical help.
Gastroenteritis in children
Find out about gastroenteritis in kids - symptoms, treatment and prevention, and how to prevent and treat dehydration due to gastro.
Reflux in children
Many babies and small children experience heartburn, or acid reflux.
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