Intestinal colic is defined as paroxysmal, unrelieved crying (screaming) with contracting of the legs, widening of the abdomen and increased intestinal gas.
Pancreatic insufficiency can occur even in an infant. The most common cause of this condition is cystic fibrosis.
Many pancreatic enzyme preparations are available over-the-counter in our country, but it is important to bear in mind that these are substances with potentially strong effects on the digestive tract.
The pancreatic enzyme preparations available on our market are mainly Kreon, Panzytrat and Lipancrea.
Pancreatic enzyme preparations are an essential part of the treatment of cystic fibrosis and other diseases with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.
Screening for coeliac disease involves the determination of specific EMA or TTG antibodies in serum. This requires specialised laboratories to which blood samples are sent.
In paediatric practice, doctors are confronted with the suggestion that a child eats too little. In reality, the problem is much more common - but unfortunately not always understood by parents - is...
Coeliac disease is a genetic condition characterised by intolerance to gluten, the protein component of the shells of 4 basic European cereals.
Eating disorders are an increasingly common problem among teenagers. One of these disorders is bulimia. This article presents the diagnostic criteria for bulimia and discusses the possible risks of...
Elevated cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia) is a significant risk factor for ischaemic heart disease and strokes.
If an infant or young child requires additional supplementary feeding (in addition to drinking standard milk meals), so-called instant teas are usually recommended.
Type 3 milk (also known as 'junior' according to other nomenclature) is a modified milk mixture intended for feeding children over 12 months of age.
Follow-on milk is a modified milk mixture intended for the feeding of babies over 4 months of age.
Infant milk is a modified milk mixture intended to be given to babies in the first 4 months of life. Correct feeding during this period is particularly important as, in the first 4 months of life,...
A common problem in practice is leakage in an infant fed one of the milk-substitute formulas (Bebilon Pepti, Nutramigen, soya milks, etc.). Because of the need to eliminate milk protein, AR-type...
The AR suffix indicates that the milk formula in question is designed to prevent increased volatilisation(Anti Regurtitation- anti-reflux). AR-type mixtures contain a variety of thickening...
Lactose is the primary carbohydrate component of milk (both breast and cow's milk). It is a disaccharide made up of glucose and galactose molecules. It is digested in the small intestine under the...
MCT stands for medium chain triglycerides, or medium chain fatty acids. This type of fatty acid is contained in some medicated mixes: Bebilon Pepti MCT, Humana MCT, Pregestimil.
Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide with potentially dangerous consequences. This article summarises the current positions of the Nutrition Committee of the...
The lack of appetite or bizarre eating habits of young children is one of the most common problems faced by parents. The article, written by a psychologist who works full-time in the Department of...