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Heartburn / GERD Heartburn / GERD Symptoms / Diagnosis Get Relief Burn-Free Diet From Sharon Gillson, your Guide to Heartburn / GERD While many people think gastroesophageal reflux disease is an adults-only disease, children (and even infants) are diagnosed with this conditions. For example, my 4 year old grandson was diagnosed with GERD when he was 5 months old. Read about a new study that examines a link between obesity in children and GERD. Also, if you child has been diagnosed with acid reflux disease, you can share your experiences with helping your child live with this condition. Childhood Obesity May Increase Risk of GERD Research has found that moderately obese and extremely obese children are at an increased risk of developing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This research shows extremely obese children have up to a 40 percent higher risk of GERD, and those children who are moderately obese have up to a 30 percent higher risk of developing it, compared with normal weight children. Read more... Heartburn-free School Lunches Kid-friendly Recipes How Have You Dealt with Your Child's Acid Reflux? In what ways, in addition to using medication, have you dealt with your infant, child or teen's reflux? Share the modifications in diet and lifestyle that you found to be most effective. Share your experience. Read more... Treating GERD in Infants Treating GERD in Children Treating GERD in Teens FDA Approves GERD Drug The FDA has approved the generic form of the prescription strength (40 mg-per-5 milliliter strength) Pepcid. Read more When Do You Need an Antacid? What Are H2 Blockers? What Are They Used For? What Are PPIs? What Are They Used For? Share Your Story - Fundoplication Surgery Remedies used in the treatment of heartburn / acid reflux. These include prescription medications, over-the-counter remedies, and alternative home / herbal remedies. Read more... What is Fundoplication Surgery? Types of Fundoplication Surgery When is Fundoplication Surgery Performed? Heartburn / GERD Ads Acid Reflux Foods Gerd Diet Heartburn Relief Reflux Symptoms Gerd Surgery Featured Articles Daily Life - Living with a Digestive Disorder Cancer in the Digestive System Screening Quizzes - Test Your Knowledge - FAQs Glossary of Heartburn-Related Terms Personal Stories Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Sharon Gillson Heartburn / GERD Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Heartburn / GERD newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads What is Heartburn? Symptoms of Heartburn Diagnosis of Heartburn Treatment of Heartburn What Causes Heartburn Advertisement