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Sandifer's Syndrome
Sandifer's Syndrome is an uncommon symptom of infant reflux (but still often heard of) and can be very scary for parents to watch, it is often mistaken for a seizure.
When a child is experiencing Sandifer's Syndrome, he may arch his back, turn his neck and head to one side, flex his elbows, and hyper extend his hips. There will be abnormal moving of the head, neck, and upper trunk area of the body. The body will seem arched. Symptoms such as these after feedings are a good indication of Sandifer's Syndrome. Episodes can last one to three minutes. The infant may either become quiet or very fussy. Sandifer's is often mistaken for a seizure, because the appearance of Sandifer's is similar to that of a seizure.
Sandifer's Syndrome can be associated with both Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Hiatal Hernia.
Treating the reflux with H2 blockers or PPI's should decrease symptoms if it is reflux related.
Complications of Sandifer's syndrome include esophagitis and aspiration pnemonias.
Written by: Erin, ElisMom
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