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I am an RN and have been trying to self diagnose and treat my abdominal bloating, nausea and discomfort for months. Eating small, low fiber meals frequently and Zofran as needed. I recently failed a gastric emptying study which indicated gastroparesis. Colonoscopy yesterday was clean. I am still uncomfortable after eating small amounts of food but gaining weight as my activity level has decreased due to fatigue. Iam not diabetic. I have a SIBO test to complete this week but Iam getting so frustrated and feeling like I’m pregnant every day due to distention. I am 61 years old and my kids are grown.
I did have a serious event with Solanine/nightshade poisoning from a Chinese Lantern plant and ended up unconscious and awakened while in a CT scanner after paramedics brought
Me to local ED. Could there be some correlation between this ? I did see a naturopath after the poisoning event and she said the poison could remain in intestines for years to come… I did have a colonic or washing of the colon after the event but what about my small intestinal tract ?
Just working on trying to feel like myself again as I am a busy RN and want to continue working.
Any and all thoughts are appreciated.

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I also failed the gastric emptying scan. I am not diabetic. Been dealing with it since 2020.
I’ve tried to nail it down with types of food but doesn’t seem to matter what I eat etc. I don’t bother trying to eat anything until noon.
Sometimes Zofran helps.
Definitely effects your quality of life.
I have no answers.

I had nausea for 5 years. Searched for answers but the doctors had none for me. The answer is simple........see what works for you. Me? I cut out caffeine and instead of taking separate B-6, B-12 and folic acid I take a one a day vitamin. No nausea. Yes, it is hit or miss. Keep trying. What works for you doesn't work for all.

Mike