Is constant stomach  and chest pain in a child with no help from zantac be serious?
Patient: My 12 year old daughter complains with constant stomach pain and chest pain.  A couple weeks ago her pediatrician put her on zantac.  It doesn't seem to help.  Should I be worried that it is something other than heartburn or reflux and take her to a different doctor? Doctor: HI...by what you quote I feel that the infant is having severe form of GER (gastroesophageal reflux).  Your daughter will need - 1. Antireflux therapy - Proton pump inhibitors + antiemetics2. Always make her lie down in a propped up position - as in the care seat. She should not be sleeping completely flatly.3. Avoid heavy feeding and feeding more times and in small aliquots.Regards - Dr. Sumanth