pyloric stenosis
Pyloric stenosis is a medical condition that affects infants, where the pylorus, which is the opening between the stomach and the small intestine, becomes narrowed. This narrowing prevents food from passing into the intestine, leading to severe vomiting and dehydration. Babies with this condition may seem hungry often but struggle to gain weight. The exact cause is not fully understood, but it’s more common in boys and may have a genetic component. Treatment usually involves surgery to widen the opening, allowing food to move through properly and enabling the baby to thrive.
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Pyloric stenosis is a condition that affects infants, where the muscle controlling the opening from the stomach to the small intestine (the pylorus) becomes too tight. This narrowing prevents food from passing properly, leading to symptoms like projectile vomiting, dehydration, and constant hunger. The exact cause isn't known, but it often occurs in babies between 2-8 weeks old, more commonly in boys. Diagnosis is typically through physical examination and ultrasound. Treatment usually involves a surgical procedure to widen the pylorus, allowing food to pass through easily. Most babies recover well after surgery.