I am new here and just recently diagnosed with severe gastroparesis. I have had GI issues since I had my gallbladder removed in 2011. Symptoms were mild at first, but gradually got worse. I had an endoscopy and colonoscopy and those did not show anything to warrant my issues. Severe nausea, fullness without eating, no appetite, pains in stomach, side, back, lower intestine, constipation/diarrhea, weakness, exhaustion, no energy. My follow up appointment with GI wasn't for 3 weeks, and I ended up in the ER. The ER doctor ordered, CT scan to check pancreas and liver. That's how he discovered gastroparesis. I have been living on Boost and Powerade. GI doctor ordered the Gastric emptying study and that showed it was Severe. I tried drinking 3 Boost a day, taking 3 hours to drink each one and sipping Powerade throughout the day, about 30 ounces. I haven't had solid food for over 3 months. I have more bad days than good...
Blessings,
Darlene