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Gastroparesis and EPI related?

Digestive Health | Last Active: Feb 16 3:34pm | Replies (29)
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@yukisun

Hi Susanh824,
I too have both Gastroparesis and EPI. I've searched online for someone like me with both conditions and you are the ONLY one I found! We have the bad luck of having to deal with 2 battles at the same time.
My main issue with EPI is the diarrhea after every protein supplement drink. Do you have this issue too? If I take Creon, wait 30 minutes, then drink the supplement, I will have less diarrhea, but still can't avoid it completely. If I don't wait after taking Creon, then the diarrhea is even worse. Very frustrating. If you see this post, I would appreciate your opinion, or anyone else's opinion who has the same issue.

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susanh824 | @susanh824 | Feb 13 12:05am

Hi Yukisun,
So sorry that you are fighting the same battles. I think I may have it a bit easier than you do though. I take Creon as well, and it has really helped me up my food intake. I do have loose stools occasionally, but my biggest battle is with constipation and just lack of interest in food.

If you don’t mind my asking, how old are you, and how long have you had each condition? I’m 65, and symptoms began 4-5 years ago. I was diagnosed with EPI about a year ago, then gastroparesis 3-4 months later. No known cause, though I do have an autoimmune disorder and have had multiple abdominal surgeries in the past.

Wishing you healthier days ahead!

Susan

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