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Coughing while not eating is common with GERD. As are frequent colds/nasal issues.
I like your plan of observing, documenting and approaching mom with data. So many people think GERD is simple heartburn, for a few it may be. But for many it is a lifelong illness that effects SO MUCH, especially when uncontrolled. Knowing what we know now DH thinks he had GERD as a child. And because it really wasn't a "thing" and was uncontrolled he has many scary issues as an adult. It's really something that puts a lot of tear on one's body. And although medication can help it is not the solution. Many need lifelong diet changes which include avoiding certain foods.
Anyway - getting off my soapbox now :
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I just hate to think of a child who may be silently suffering. I also know this must be super frustrating for you :hug:
I like your plan of observing, documenting and approaching mom with data. So many people think GERD is simple heartburn, for a few it may be. But for many it is a lifelong illness that effects SO MUCH, especially when uncontrolled. Knowing what we know now DH thinks he had GERD as a child. And because it really wasn't a "thing" and was uncontrolled he has many scary issues as an adult. It's really something that puts a lot of tear on one's body. And although medication can help it is not the solution. Many need lifelong diet changes which include avoiding certain foods.
Anyway - getting off my soapbox now :
: I just hate to think of a child who may be silently suffering. I also know this must be super frustrating for you :hug:
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