See Alike in...

Alike App

Browser

cjoite

714d

Hello everyone. After being sick for two years I can add a new diagnosis for GI related issues. How many here with gastroparesis that actually have needed a feeding tube?

Top reply
    • BumbleBees

      696d

      @Shelle I take zofran and it helps enough. I also can’t eat more than 800 cal a day and it is a scary feeling isn’t it?? I dread the thought of doctors telling me I need a feeding tube! I’m at my minimum weight before doctors start worrying 😬

    • Shelle

      705d

      I can relate. I’m 53 and usually have a hard time losing weight. I’ve lost 30 pounds since October 2021 and I’m still losing. I fear a feeding tube. I’m considering surgical options to help. I’m on reglan now and it helps but I still can’t eat more than 800 calories a day.

      • BumbleBees

        696d

        @Shelle I take zofran and it helps enough. I also can’t eat more than 800 cal a day and it is a scary feeling isn’t it?? I dread the thought of doctors telling me I need a feeding tube! I’m at my minimum weight before doctors start worrying 😬

    • cjoite

      712d

      I have lost 55 pounds over the course of 2 years. I was diagnosed with celiac disease last year. I have faithfully followed a gluten-free diet. The most recent problem now is that I can’t eat. If I eat anything my stomach cramps and I throw up. It even cramps drinking liquids. This has progressively gotten worse over the past 6 months. In 2 weeks I will have another egd and colonoscopy. I have always been of small stature but now I cannot get my weight above 98 pounds.

      • BumbleBees

        712d

        @cjoite I know the feeling! I’m 5’2. I used to weigh 140-150. I got down to 100 in just 2 months and I haven’t managed to stay above 110 for years now :( I’m seeing a new doctor next month because I’m getting worse

        • cjoite

          704d

          @BumbleBees I wish you luck! Prayers 💕

    • BumbleBees

      712d

      I’ve been properly diagnosed for two years now! I haven’t needed one yet but I worry that it’s progressing to that point. I’m managing my diet to the best of my abilities to avoid getting one but it’s hard.

    • Sick_bunni

      712d

      I had mine for 2 years. It’s been out for about 3 or so years now and haven’t had to talk about getting another one 😊

    • Macemoments

      713d

      I will at some point. My stomach works at 40%. I eat what I want when I want. Small meals. Usually a meal a day with snacks. Then I still never know what sets the nausea off.

    • Bruin

      714d

      I’m getting close

☝ This content is generated by our users and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with your physician before making any medical decision

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Want to chat or share? Download the Alike app now and get complete access to Alike.health's unique features.

Find people who are
experiencing a similar
medical reality

100% Free
100%
Free

Download Alike for the full experience

JOIN

View All

Bupropion

night sweats

paranoid

Valium

sertraline

palpitations

Anxiety (Including GAD)

Depression

palpitations

Depression

Valium

Bupropion