The pH meter checks for the presence of stomach acid in the feeding tube, for 24 hours. This is known as a pH probe study. There are several different treatments for Gastro-Esophageal Reflux. This helps keep the feed in the stomach. Feeding the baby small amounts at a time, on a frequent basis, often helps as well.
Some babies improve when their formula is thickened with infant cereal.
Cisapride has rarely been associated with heart rhythm problems. Cisapride should also not be given to babies with heart problems. If your child is on, or has been prescribed Cisapride along with one or more of these other medications, you should discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist. Aspiration Due to Swallowing Difficulties Aspiration can also occur when a baby chokes while drinking or eating solids or liquids, with the food travelling into the windpipe and lungs, rather than into the esophagus . Any food breathed into the lungs can cause lung damage, blockage in the lungs, and infections.