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Gastroparesis or slow modility colon

Digestive Health | Last Active: Jan 13 8:40pm | Replies (23)

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How is gastroparesis or slow motility diagnosed? Is it based on a particular test or symptoms? If one is able to have multiple BMs daily with the aid of Metamucil and Miralax, could they still have these conditions? Do you always have pain with these conditions?

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Hi there, I was diagnosed with slow transit constipation through Sitz Marker test. My symptoms were persistent constipatuon that got worse over time, bloating, early satiety, occasional nausea. I didn’t have much pain really except if badly constipated I’d get rectal pressure/pain. A gastric emptying scan is what’s typically done to accurately diagnose gastroparesis. I know with slow motility I’ve been advised to limit fiber intake. No Metamucil, Benefiber, etc. I used a combo of OTC lax like Senna+ , Bisacodyl, & if needed, liquid magnesium citrate. I tried increased hydration, increased exercise, chiropractor, multiple prescription meds including Linzess, Amitiza, & Motegrity. They had varying degrees of effectiveness, some, mainly Motegrity, for me had awful side effects that wouldn’t go away and was as bad as what I was trying to treat. It was unfortunate because that med was fairly effective but I couldn’t function. Last January after struggling for several years I had a loop ileostomy done keeping my colon intact. It’s been very helpful. It doesn’t resolve dysmotility but helps manage it considerably. Usually STC can be managed without surgery. I think my situation was more extreme and I have post viral Dysautonomia so that contributes to nerve dysfunction in my stomach my GI doc told me. I would caution using extra fiber until you know more and if you’re still having trouble ask your doctor about a Sitz Marker test. Also try to consult with a second doctor if possible. The biggest lesson I learned with GI health is how important it is to get more than one doctors insight, if possible from separate health care organizations.