Regarding vomiting of milk by infants

A Because of gastroesophegeal reflux
B Volumes of emesis are commonly 5-10ml
C These infants are otherwise healthy
D It resolves by 1 year in 90% of cases
E Complications like pneumonia
F apnea
G failure to thrive are common

Correct Answer: Because of gastroesophegeal reflux, Volumes of emesis are commonly 5-10ml, These infants are otherwise healthy, It resolves by 1 year in 90% of cases

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