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FACTS:

• Although pyloric stenosis can occur in both boys and girls, it is more common in boys.
• Pyloric stenosis can run in families and primarily occurs in infants.
• The main symptom is vomiting that gets progressively worse.  The vomiting usually happens immediately after feeding. The vomiting is not associated with a fever or illness.
• Pyloric stenosis is a narrowing in the area of the stomach that leads to the intestines.
• The child remains hungry after vomiting and would like to eat again.
• The vomiting can shoot out from the baby’s mouth and be quite forceful.
• Dehydration can develop quickly.  A baby with these symptoms should see a doctor immediately.
• Pyloric stenosis is not contagious.
• Babies with pyloric stenosis often have trouble gaining weight.
  

TREATMENT:

• Pyloric stenosis is treated with surgery.
• Rehydration by Intravenous fluids takes place before surgery.
• Surgical repair usually provides complete relief.
• If any vomiting or failure to gain weight happens after surgery, see a doctor immediately.