Kids and Tummies

Pediatric Gastroenterologists located in Gulfport, MS & Ocean Springs, MS

The board-certified team at Kids and Tummies in Gulfport and Ocean Springs, Mississippi, provides expert care for your child’s abdominal pain. They are skilled in diagnosing your child’s condition and have the expertise to provide successful treatment. To schedule an appointment, call the friendly practice today or book your appointment online.

Capsule Endoscopy Specialist

Capsule Endoscopy Q & A

What is a capsule endoscopy?

A capsule endoscopy is an FDA-approved procedure that uses a very small, wireless camera to take pictures of the inside of your child’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It’s used to detect conditions such as, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, or GI bleeding. The camera sits inside a tiny capsule shaped like a pill.

Before the procedure occurs, your provider walks you and your child through all of the steps.

What happens during the capsule endoscopy procedure?

Your child then swallows the capsule with a glass of water, and the camera starts taking thousands of images as it travels through their body. The pictures are transmitted to a recording device your chid wears.

The only precautions to take after your child has ingested the capsule include waiting a few hours before drinking clear liquids, waiting four hours before having a snack, and avoiding strenuous exercise. Otherwise, your child can go about their daily activities.

Once the device passes through the body, you can let it flush down the toilet. Then you take your child back to Kids and Tummies where your provider collects the recording device.

Is a capsule endoscopy safe?

Capsule endoscopy has been found to be a safe procedure. It carries a small risk of getting stuck in the GI tract, but that usually happens in children that have a significant narrowing. A stuck capsule eventually passes on its own. In rare cases, if a capsule causes any issues, such as nausea, vomiting, or abdominal bleeding, it might need to be surgically removed.

Your gastroenterologist at Kids and Tummies can determine if a capsule endoscopy is the right choice for your child. If there’s any concern, your child may be able to have a traditional endoscopy instead to obtain the needed information.

How should my child prepare for capsule endoscopy?

Before your child has the procedure, they should stick to a diet of clear liquids for the entire previous day. They also need a laxative to clean out the GI tract so the camera can get clear images. They also need to avoid medications that might cause interference with the camera. The team gives you specific instructions ahead of time so you know exactly how to prepare.

To learn more about capsule endoscopy and to find out if it’s right for your child, call Kids and Tummies today or book an appointment online.

Accepting New Patients

Would you like to schedule a new patient appointment with Dr. Ulmer? If so, please click here for our New Patient Packet and for information about your first visit. Click here to Request an Appointment, and find information on our office hours and locations.

Primary Services

The team offers comprehensive evaluations and therapies, treating each young patient with personalized care. They include the entire family in the child’s treatment, making visits and treatments an all-inclusive experience. The personalized attention they give children to ensure their successful outcomes make them a standout practice.

To schedule an appointment, call Kids and Tummies today or book an appointment online.

Kids and Tummies

Kids and Tummies
4.9
Based on 364 reviews
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Leslie WoodcockLeslie Woodcock
17:28 23 Aug 24
RebeccaE RayRebeccaE Ray
19:17 19 Aug 24
Very friendly staff. They were very patient and understanding with my child with special needs.
Great place
Tabitha SpearsTabitha Spears
17:19 30 Apr 24
We love Dr April Ulmer. She diagnosed m sons gallbladder and we had it removed. She is dealing with his acid reflux right now. Her and her staff are wonderful. A must see if your child is having stomach issues.
ASHLEY DAVISASHLEY DAVIS
03:53 28 Mar 24
Dr. Ulmer and the WHOLE staff at this office are amazing. We learned more in one office visit than we have in 3 years with other doctors. This place is an answered prayer for us. She is the best and she cares about my baby the way she does her own.
Stephanie KnightStephanie Knight
18:59 06 Dec 23
Dr. Ulmer has been my daughter's GI physician for over 3 years and performed her gallbladder surgery. She and her staff have been wonderful and my daughter loves her team. I would recommend Kids and Tummies for any child that is having stomach issues.
Phu NguyenPhu Nguyen
21:28 18 Oct 23
Dr. Ulmer was so kind and informative as well as receptive to my questions and concerns for my child. My kids were very comfortable with her and the office was very kid friendly.
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Office

(228) 222 4072

401 Cowan Rd. Suite B,

Gulfport, MS 39507

Office

(228) 222 4072

1161 Robinson St.,

Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Monday to Friday : 8am – 4pm

Saturday : Closed
Sunday : Closed