Gastroparesis
A condition in which the stomach empties too slowly, causing nausea, vomiting, bloating, and early fullness.
Also known as: delayed gastric emptying, stomach paralysis.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Drugs labeled for Gastroparesis
1 medication ingredients list an association with gastroparesis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Gastroparesis
The following symptoms have been associated with Gastroparesis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Bloating
A feeling of fullness, pressure, or swelling in the abdomen, often related to gas, digestion, or fluid retenti...
Heartburn
A burning sensation in the chest or throat caused by stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Gastroparesis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Gastroparesis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Gastroparesis, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Microscopic polyangiitis
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Mitochondrial neurogastrointestinal encephalomyopathy
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Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor
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Stomach Cancer
Cancer of the stomach lining, which can cause abdominal pain, nausea, and unintended weight loss....
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gastroparesis?
Gastroparesis is a health condition described in medical literature. A condition in which the stomach empties too slowly, causing nausea, vomiting, bloating, and early fullness.
What are the symptoms of Gastroparesis?
Gastroparesis is associated with 6 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Bloating, Heartburn, Nausea and vomiting, Poor appetite, Weight loss. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Gastroparesis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Gastroparesis include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Fasting Glucose, Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Gastroparesis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.