Gastroparesis

The digestive tract is like a plumbing system. Each part of the digestive tract has its own specific function in digestion. When everything works properly, food travels down the esophagus and into the stomach where it is broken down into small food particles suitable for the small intestine. Once in the small intestine, the muscles work to push the food through all 22 feet and into the large intestine (colon). The process continues until the nutrients have been absorbed and waste has been expelled from the body.

Gastroparesis (GP)- delayed stomach emptying
Literally translated, gastroparesis means "stomach paralysis"

Delayed stomach emptying leads to a backup in the digestive tract and symptoms of nausea, vomiting, bloating, feeling of fullness after just a few bites, abdominal pain, belching, lack of appetite, weight loss and malnutrition.

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