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Gastrointestinal Conditions

A healthy digestive system processes the foods and liquids that we eat, replenishing vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats that are vital for the body to function properly. From time to time, infants and children experience digestive conditions, such as vomiting or diarrhea. Listed in the directory below are some common digestive conditions in the growing child, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Online Medical Reviewer: Foster, Sara M. RN, MPH
Online Medical Reviewer: Mitchell, Roberta RN, MSN, CPNP
Date Last Reviewed: 7/16/2009
Date Last Modified: 12/3/2008