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Ken Mark
This is not a normal thing and most likely is not genetic. If you eat lots of sugar or high carb foods, this will encourage Candia albicans growth. Candida is famous for subduing the parietal cells found in the stomach lining. When this happens, this affects how the body utilizes hydrochloric acid. If the hydrochorlic acid level is too low, food will be very slow moving into the small intestine. Essentially the pyloric sphincter stays closed until the acidic level in the stomach gets to around 1.5 to 3.0 pH that is very acidic.
If you have ANY scars or traumas on the front of your body, this can cause this same problem. Many times medical professionals are just not aware of these kinds of problems and since they treat symptoms, not root causes of problems, they don't even consider this or look for it.
I would suggest you see a QRA practitioner and get tested because they can tell you right away if this is the situation. It's an easy thing to take care of and is done with natural remedies that work very quickly. I do not suggest solving this problem with drugs or surgery because all drugs damage the body.
What can a gal with gastroparesis do to ease constipation from lack of fiber?
Hey, I'm very sorry about your recent diagnosis. I also have gastroparesis. My gastroenterologist recommended Miralax to me. I haven't tried it yet because I haven't had problems with constipation, but it's supposed to be a mild, but effective laxative. I know what you mean about baby food... ugh! I prefer blended up soups now to baby food, except the fruit ones are ok. You should check out the yahoo group for gastroparesis. They offer a lot of support and advice for fellow patients. The link is http://health.groups.yahoo.com/… They are a wonderful group and it's a great place to vent when you're having a rough day. Good luck to you.
How can a person have gastroparesis AND diarrhea?
Gastroparesis means that there is a delay emptying food from the STOMACH into the intestines. (Gastro = stomach, paresis = paralysis) Once it makes it to the intestines, it can travel fast. The two are unrelated.
What is the best diet for patients with gastroparesis?
I would think small frequent meals. Not really sure any special diets that they would want you to try. Usually Reglan taken before meals and at bedtime helps too.
How can I tell if it is gastroparesis or GERD?
I am not a doctor, but at a guess I would say that it sounds more like GERD than GP, given you say that it is 'significantly acidic'. Regurgitation due to GERD is usually liquid, but it's possible for there to be some solid material as well.
Do you have any other symptoms, or just the regurgitation?
I have severe GP and my regurgitation and vomiting is accompanied by a lot of nausea, bloating and abdominal pain. Even mild GP usually causes at the very least a feeling of early fullness and often nausea as well. My understanding of GERD is that nausea is far less common, and that pain occurs in the chest area (i.e. in the oesophagus) rather than the abdomen.
Whatever the cause, I think you need to be talking to your doctor about it. Frequent regurgitation of acidic contents puts you at risk of complications such as oesophageal ulcers and strictures, damage to your mouth and teeth, and so on.
Do gastroparesis diets get worse before they get better?
worse for individuals - even foods supposed to be good for GP.
What sort of foods are you on right now? Has your doctor mentioned any medications to you?
I'm not quite sure how much to write here, but if you want to email me you're more than welcome to.
Does anyone know a lot about a condition called Gastroparesis?
Gastroparesis, as you have stated is paralysis of the stomach. The stomach must move in order to push food into the intestines, this is called peristalsis. When the stomach cannot do this it results in gastroparesis. This results in difficulty digesting as the food cannot move into the intestines. There are medications which can increase the movement of the stomach. Gastroparesis is commonly a result of diabetes or certain medication side effects or neurological disorders. Ask the doctor about any possible treatments which can improve your mothers quality of life. Hope this was helpful, good luck.
What natural remedies help with gastroparesis?
There are a number of things that can help:
* Eat smaller meals more frequently.
* Eat low-fiber forms of high-fiber foods, such as well-cooked fruits and vegetables rather than raw fruits and vegetables.
* Choose mostly low-fat foods, but if you can tolerate them, add small servings of fatty foods to your diet.
* Avoid fibrous fruits and vegetables, such as oranges and broccoli, that are likely to cause bezoars.
* If liquids are easier for you to ingest, try soups and pureed foods.
* Drink water throughout each meal.
* Try gentle exercise after you eat, such as going for a walk.
* Ginger tea can help with nausea
Does anyone know of effective treatments or ways of dealing with Gastroparesis?
I've had some success with REglan before meals, and with increasing fiber (doctor recommended Citrucel, sugar-free). I got gastroparesis in 1992, so it's been a long time on this stuff, but haven't had any real side effects. But, see what your doctor has to say (you need the prescription for Reglan/metoclopramide anyway). Hope this helps! Best of luck!
Do you or a family member have GASTROPARESIS?
Medications is the first way to go, they include reglan as well, if meds don't help you can consider peg or pej tube placement too, good luck
Can an upper endoscopy diagnose gastroparesis?
An endoscopy can help to rule IN gastroparesis - i.e. if you've fasted for the appropriate amount of time and still have food material in your stomach, or if your stomach motility is less than expected, but it cannot rule gastroparesis out. To test definitively for gastroparesis, you need to have a gastric emptying study done. This requires you to eat a certain food - usually porridge or scrambled eggs containing a radioactive tracer. You then lie under a big scanner and they monitor how long it takes for the food to leave your stomach.
Does anyone know the diet for gastroparesis?
There is no specific diet for gastroparesis as such. The trick is finding out what you can tolerate and what works for you. In general terms, GP diets need to be low fat and low fibre. If you include things like bread, pasta or rice, stick to the white varieties. If you eat meat, stick to lean cuts. That's if you're able to tolerate solid food... The other really important thing is to have small, frequent meals - aim for 6-8 a day.
If you're not tolerating any solid food, you can try blending regular meals - personally, the idea of this is pretty revolting to me, but you can make some pretty decent soups. There are also some good nutrition support drinks around - you can get the basic strength ones at the supermarket and the others.
Gastroparesis - Can I eat fiber in small portions and be okay?
Are you 100% sure it is gastroparesis and not celiac? How are you with other gluten products? Have you had proper testing or did you self diagnose? The tip off here is cereal and bread issues. You need to talk to your doctor about this and ask for a IGA and TTG. Celiac is common, and one of the most underdiagnosed diseases!
What is the best way to manage gastroparesis and stop the formation of bezoars ?
Gastroparesis is a form of autonomic diabetic neuropathy. in our clinic we use alpha lipoic acid (Thiogamma), B vitamins metoclopramide
What nutritional products are suggested for someone with gastroparesis who can barely eat?
I have gastroparesis that at one stage nearly cost me my life. If the gastroparesis in this case is as severe as your question suggests, has TPN or a feeding tube (naso-jejunal tube or a PEJ) been considered for this patient? This would provide the nutritional requirements, and small amounts could still be taken by mouth as the patient is able to tolerate.
Are any medications being used? Have other therapies - pyloric botox injectios, gastric pacing, etc., been considered? With regard to the pressure sores - what sort of bed/chair is the patient in at present? I spent weeks and weeks in hospital and began to develop sores from the hospital beds due to how thin I was (163cm and 28kg)- I found that an air mattress helped a lot. I wish this person all the very best. GP is a terrible disease.
Does anyone have eating tips or ways to deal with gastroparesis?
First, and foremost, consult with your physician. In addition to the above suggestions, you might benefit from Reglan (generic name is Metoclopramide), which is a small pill/tablet taken before meals, which aides in treatment of gasteoporesis. I've been on this medication for many years (15 so far) -- I'm 43, and have been a Type-1 diabetic for over 34 years, and it has helped me out greatly. But, it's something my doctor prescribed, and the dietician agreed with. Professionals are often the best source for advice and assistance in treating any medical problem.
How would a doctor test for crohns disease and gastroparesis?
Simply put, no. Crohn's disease is diagnosed by having a colonoscopy. They can tell by examining the intestinal lining. They will look for thickening of lining, inflammation and polyps, ect. Lab work can only tell you if there is inflammation somewhere in your body. Your white blood cell count would be high. But that can be from so many other things. See a gastro. =o)
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