Pediatric Gastroenterology in Dallas, TX
What is pediatric gastroenterology?
Pediatric gastroenterology pertains to the assessment and management of gastrointestinal (GI)-related issues in children from birth to 18 years of age. Pediatric digestive disorders need to be treated and cared for by keeping a child’s body and physical makeup in mind. A pediatric gastroenterologist is a pediatrician who has completed three additional years of advanced training for GI conditions in young people. They can address each aspect of a child’s treatment, including diagnostic testing, treatment plans, anesthesia, and medical imaging.
The pediatric gastroenterologists at Digestive Health Associates of Texas are board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology. Many of our pediatric physicians also provide care for pediatric liver conditions and feeding issues. They work with kids spanning many ages, evaluate and treat gastrointestinal conditions and concerns, and are skilled in recognizing symptoms and signs of GI issues that affect children. Our providers utilize child-friendly clinical atmospheres and provide personalized care for kids to create the best possible experience. To find a provider who offers pediatric digestive care in Dallas, TX, please contact us today.
Gastrointestinal issues in children
Working in close collaboration with a child’s primary care pediatrician, our Dallas, TX pediatric gastroenterologists diagnose and treat a variety of conditions that may affect children and teens, including:
- Childhood obesity
- GERD/acid reflux
- IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
- IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) – ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease
- Eosinophilic esophagitis (an allergic condition in the esophagus)
- Recurrent vomiting
- Peptic ulcers
- Celiac disease
- Liver disease
- Food intolerance
- Diet and nutrition
- Inability to thrive, poor development, and problems gaining weight
Common pediatric GI problems:
- Queasiness or nausea
- Inability to gain weight or weight loss
- Gas or bloating
- Loose, watery bowel movements
- Infrequent bowel movements
- Blood in the stool
- Vomiting
- Pain in the stomach region
- Swallowing/feeding difficulties
Common pediatric GI procedures:
- Foreign object retrieval
- Small bowel endoscopy
- Liver biopsy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Esophageal dilation
- Feeding tube placement (PEG or percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy)
- Upper endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy or EGD)
- Colonoscopy (lower endoscopy)
