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The cause of gastroparesis is not always known, but it is thought to be the result of a damaged or non-working nerve. It is not airborne.
Symptoms of gastroparesis include nausea, vomiting, feeling full quickly when eating, bloating, abdominal pain, and changes in blood sugar levels. These symptoms occur due to delayed stomach emptying.
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The odds of dying from severe gastroparesis symptoms are low. Gastroparesis itself is a chronic condition that affects the stomach's ability to empty properly, and while it can be associated with complications, such as malnutrition or dehydration, death directly from the symptoms of gastroparesis is rare. It is important to work closely with healthcare providers to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
yes it is extremely painful
yes definitely.
Yes they can, depending on how severe their condition gets.
This was found on webmd.com because I did not want to give you the wrong answer. Certain anti-depressants are known to cause gastroparesis: == Gastroparesis occurs when the nerves to the stomach are damaged or don't work. Diabetes is the most common cause. Other causes include some disorders of the nervous system, such as Parkinson's disease and stroke, and some medicines, such as tricyclic antidepressants, calcium channel blockers, and narcotics. http://diabetes.webmd.com/tc/gastroparesis-topic-overview
If you have Gastroparesis
post viral gastroparesis is after having a stomach virus/ flu your vagus nerve damages which causes the stomach to delay in emptying and causes naseau vommiting and severe pain in some cases it can be reversed. narcotics painkillers make it worse.
Gastroparesis (also known as delayed gastric emptying) is a medical condition, that is common in those with diabetes and heavy smokers. The symptoms include partial paralysis of the stomach, which means that food stays in there, digesting, for much longer than usual.
You may find it difficult to qualify for disability benefits with gastroparesis because the symptoms can vary from mild to severe and are rather unpredictable. You must present enough medical evidence demonstrating that gastroparesis prevents you from working and earning a living.