CPD Modules

This module was developed to guide GPs involved with the care of infants up to 1 year of age who have a Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder (FGID) and/or Cow’s Milk Allergy (CMA). The module describes the prevalence and impact of FGIDs and CMA, the diagnosis and management of these conditions and how to assist parents caring for infants with an FGID or CMA.

Endorsed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) and has been approved for up to 1 CME credit for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes.

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Adverse reactions to foods can be classified depending on whether there is an immune mediated reaction or not. Immune mediated reactions can be further broken down by whether they are due to IgE allergic antibodies or not. Understanding whether an infant has allergy or intolerance, and if allergy what type of allergy, is key to diagnosis and management of infants with CMA.

Learn how to make a swift diagnosis of cow’s milk allergy (CMA) by understanding the signs and symptoms, pathophysiology of food allergy and differential diagnoses; speed the treatment by understanding the options for management that are recommended by Australian guidelines.

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A distressed child with vague gastrointestinal, skin or respiratory symptoms is a living nightmare for parents and a challenge for healthcare professionals.  Is the cause of distress due to cow’s milk allergy (CMA) or something else?

Learn more about the underlying causes and differential diagnoses, as well as appropriate management strategies for colic and constipation in infants.

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Learn about functional gastrointestinal disorders in infants and understand when referral is required.