Gastrointestinal conditions we treat

Find a GI specialist

At Advocate Children’s Hospital, you’ll find the expertise and treatment your child needs when facing troublesome digestive issues.

We understand it can be upsetting to see your child in any kind of distress and discomfort – especially when dealing with a gastrointestinal disorder.

Here’s a quick snapshot of conditions our pediatric gastroenterologists treat.

Abdominal pain

Abdominal pain is a common complaint, but sometimes it can be the sign of a major issue involving one of your child’s abdominal organs.

Liver disease

These serious and sometimes chronic conditions can result in damage to the liver or slow bile flow from the liver to the intestine. Treatments range from drug therapy to surgery.

Feeding and swallowing disorders

Whether related to developmental skills connected to eating or to swallowing conditions such as dysphagia, we know how to help.

Gastroesophageal reflux

This happens when acidic stomach juices or food and fluids back up from the stomach into the esophagus. Your child’s treatment may range from dietary changes to medications.

Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)

Our gastroenterology team will use their knowledge and expertise to help your child navigate day-to-day challenges and to individualize your child’s care.

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