Signs Of Digestive Tract Paralysis (Gastroparesis)

Dehydration

As mentioned, vomiting is one of the symptoms of gastroparesis to watch out for. This is especially true when vomiting increases in frequency and is difficult to stop, which can result in dehydration, as the patient expels liquid from their body and because the frequency of vomiting may make it difficult to drink more water. The only remedy to dehydration, regardless of the cause, is to replace the fluids lost with more. When it comes to gastroparesis and dealing with potential dehydration, try rehydration beverages, which include electrolytes, as these can improve dehydration faster than just water. Of course, a trip to the hospital may be required in serious cases, and an IV may be inserted to rehydrate the patient.

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Frequent Belching

Gastroparaesis affects the normal movement of the stomach muscles. One of the first and most obvious signs of this is frequent belching. Belching is the normal way for the body to remove excess gas from the digestive tract during digestion. The average individual expels gas through their digestive tract multiple times a day, and this is a sign of healthy digestion. However, going beyond the average amount of belching can be a sign of gastroparesis. Individuals with this condition have an abnormally slow rate of digestion. Solid food is converted and emptied from the body very slowly, meaning the food stays within the digestive tract for longer than normal. This causes an excessive build-up of gas that needs to be more frequently expelled through belching.

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