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Gastroparesis

Description

A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.

Overview

Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying. Gastroparesis can affect digestion. The cause might be damage to a nerve that controls stomach muscles.

Symptoms

Symptoms include nausea and a full feeling after little food is eaten.

Treatments

Diet changes and medicines may offer relief.

Last Updated: September 10th, 2024

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