Gastroparesis

Causes of gastroparesis

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In many cases of gastroparesis, there's no obviouscause. This is known as idiopathic gastroparesis.

Known causes of gastroparesis include:

Other possible causes include:

  • medication such as opioid painkillers likemorphine and some antidepressants
  • Parkinson's disease a condition in which part of the brain becomes progressively damaged over many years
  • scleroderma an uncommon disease that results in hard, thickened areas of skin, and sometimes problems with internal organs and blood vessels
  • amyloidosis a group of rare but serious diseases caused by deposits of abnormal protein in tissues and organs throughout the body

Articles for Gastroparesis

Advice for people with diabetes

Having gastroparesis means your food is being absorbed slowly and at unpredictable times. If you also have diabetes, this can lead to wide swings in blood sugar levels. The nerves to the stomach can

Causes of gastroparesis

In many cases of gastroparesis, there's no obviouscause. This is known as idiopathic gastroparesis. Known causes of gastroparesis include: poorly controlled type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes a

Diagnosing gastroparesis

To diagnose gastroparesis, your GP will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and may arrange some blood tests . You may be referred to hospital for some of the following tests: barium X-ra

Introduction

Read about gastroparesis, a long-term (chronic) condition where the stomach can't empty itself of food in the normal way, causing food to pass through it slowly.

Symptoms of gastroparesis

Symptoms of gastroparesis may include: feeling full very quickly when eating feeling sick (nausea) and vomiting loss of appetite weight loss bloating tummy (abdominal) pain or discomfort hear

Treating gastroparesis

Gastroparesis can't usually be cured, but dietary changes and medical treatment can help you control the condition. Dietary changes You may find these tips helpful: instead of three meals a day,

When to seek medical advice

See your GP if you're experiencing symptoms ofgastroparesis, as it can lead to some potentially serious complications. These include: dehydration from repeated vomiting gastro-oesophageal re