Gastroparesis is a chronic condition that doesn’t allow the stomach to fully empty itself during digestion. Learn more.

1. Gastroparesis:
Symptoms,
Diagnosis & More

2. What is Gastroparesis?
Gastroparesis is a chronic condition
that prevents the stomach from fully
emptying during digestion, which results
in discomfort, nutritional deficiencies,
electrolyte imbalance and dehydration.

3. Gastroparesis Symptoms
The following symptoms are common for a
patient with Gastroparesis:
• Acid reflux
• Heartburn
• Belching
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Bloating
• Loss of appetite
• Chronic abdominal pain
• Burning sensation in the stomach
• Feeling full after only a few bites of food

4. Nausea and
Gastroparesis
In many patients, the feeling
of nausea is ever present
and intensifies a few hours
after eating a meal. When
the patient vomits, the
regurgitated food is easily
recognizable since it has not
been digested.

5. Gastroparesis Diagnosis
Diagnosing Gastroparesis involves
evaluating symptoms, medical history,
blood tests, and/or any of the following:
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Gastric Manometry (Measures the
function of the lower esophageal
sphincter)
• Gastric Scintigraphy (Gastric
motility study)

6. Foods to Eat
• Low Fiber Foods
• Soup
• Smoothies
• Canned Fruit
• Cooked Vegetables
• Eggs
• Yogurt
• Bananas
• Mashed Potatoes

7. Foods to Avoid
• Dairy
• High Fat Foods
• Fried Foods
• Alcohol
• Carbonated Beverages
• Raw Vegetables
• Nuts, Seeds and Corn

8. Causes of Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis is often caused by
damage to the vagus nerve, which
controls the muscles in the stomach.
Other causes include a history of
gastric surgery, certain medications,
viral infections or amyloidosis.

9. Complications of
Gastroparesis
When food remains in the stomach
instead of moving through the
intestines, it will ferment. This
leads to bacteria growth. The food
can also create blockages which
could prevent additional food from
passing through the intestines.

10. Risk Factors
The most common risk factors for
Gastroparesis include:
• Uncontrolled Diabetes
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Multiple Sclerosis
• History of Gastric Surgery
• Side Effects of Some Medications

11. Can Gastroparesis Be
Reversed?
There is no cure for Gastroparesis,
however, following a treatment
plan can significantly improve your
quality of life and put the condition
into remission.

12. Redefining Your Future
At Pinnacle, we work with more than
70 referring physicians in San Antonio
and Austin, providing clinical trials for
Gastroparesis among other health
conditions.
San Antonio Office – 210.982.0320
Austin Office – 512.384.1560
info@pinnacleresearch.com
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