Gastroparesis is a condition in which a human stomach cannot empty itself of food in a normal manner. Gastroparesis disorder is also known as delayed gastric emptying. Gastroparesis disorder is most common among middle age women. When the cause of Gastroparesis is not known it is known as Idiopathic Gastroparesis.

1. Gastroparesis
CAUSES | SYMPTOMS | DIAGNOSIS
| TREATMENT

2. WHAT IS Gastroparesis?
• Gastroparesis is a condition in which a human stomach
cannot empty itself of food in a normal manner.
• Gastroparesis disorder is also known as delayed gastric
emptying
• Gastroparesis disorder affects the normal functioning of
contraction which is required for the proper digestion of
food.
• Gastroparesis disorder is most common among middle
age women.
• When the cause of Gastroparesis is not known it is
known as Idiopathic Gastroparesis.

3. • Gastroparesis is a disease of the stomach or the nerves
controlling the muscles that causes the muscles to stop
working.
• Gastroparesis results in inadequate grinding of food by
the stomach, and poor emptying of food from the
stomach into the intestine.
• The primary symptoms of gastroparesis
are nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
• Gastroparesis is best diagnosed by a test called a gastric
emptying study.
Gastroparesis FACTS

4. These are the following causes of gastroparesis:
• Viral infection
• Uncontrolled diabetes
• Stomach surgery
• Eating disorder (eating high fibre foods)
• Cancer
• Chemotherapy
• Hypothyroidism
• Drug overdose
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Multiple sclerosis
CAUSES OF Gastroparesis

5. The symptoms of Gastroparesis include:
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach bloating
• Lack of appetite
• Stomach pain
• Heartburn
• Weight loss
• Acid reflux
• Swelling in the abdomen
• Malnutrition
SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF Gastroparesis?

6. Diagnostic tests for Gastroparesis may include:
• X-ray- It is done to check for any type of blockage that
could be causing Gastroparesis.
• Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy- In this procedure, a
tiny camera is attached to a flexible tube to examine the
upper gastrointestinal system.
• Gastro emptying study- It is a nuclear medical test to
measure the speed at which a stomach empties the solid
food and liquids.
• Gastric manometry- It uses a thin tube to measure the
electrical impulses of the stomach and the small
intestine.
DIAGNOSIS OF Gastroparesis?

7. The most effective treatment of the Gastroparesis is changes
in lifestyle. Below are some possible treatment for
Gastroparesis:
• Avoid eating too much in one go instead eat at regular
intervals throughout the day.
• Eat foods that are low in fat and fibre.
• Eat slowly and avoid drinking too much water after
eating.
• Do yoga to get relief from painful symptoms.
• Take medicines to boost digestion
TREATMENT FOR GASTROPARESIS?

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