Spotlight: managing gastro-oesophageal reflux in infants

IntroductionHow does reflux in infants present in primary care? What are the possible contributory factors?When should parents be referred on to secondary care?What other practical information can you provide parents? Where can you find information to help improve how effectively you reassure parents? What is the recommended approach to managing reflux for breast and formula fed babies? Medical intervention: Why does it matter €“ reflux is a minor complaint?References Introduction There are seven recognised functional GI disorders in childhood,1 [Table 1] which include reflux, colic and constipation. None of these disorders are caused by structural or biochemical factors. About 50%