Signs and Symptoms
Babies with this condition usually present any time in the first weeks to months of life with progressively worsening vomiting. The vomiting is often described as non-bile stained ("non bilious") and "projectile vomiting", because it is more forceful than the usual spittiness (gastroesophageal reflux) seen at this age. Some infants present with poor feeding and weight loss, but others demonstrate normal weight gain. Dehydration also can occur causing the baby to cry without having tears, and having less wet or dirty nappies such as going hours or a couple days without having anything. Constant hunger, belching, and colic are other possible signs as the baby is not able to eat properly.
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