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What Are The Causes Of Gastroparesis In Adults And How To Avoid It_

If you are suffering from gastro-intestinal issues, we recommend scheduling an appointment with your primary care physician who can then provide you with a correct diagnosis and provide solutions.<br>

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What Are The Causes Of Gastroparesis In Adults And How To Avoid It_

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  1. LOS GATOS, CA | CAMPBELL, CA | SARATOGA, CA

  2. What Are The Causes Of Gastroparesis In Adults And How To Avoid It?

  3. WHAT IS GASTROPARESIS Gastroparesis is a stomach disorder of delayed gastric emptying or the inability to move food along the digestive tract. Gastroparesis can cause issues such as improper digestion, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and affect your overall health. Gastroparesis can cause serious complications if left untreated.

  4. WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF GASTROPARESIS? Severe thirst or dehydration because of frequent vomiting Malnutrition because of the poor absorption of nutrients Unintended weight loss Erratic blood sugar changes Decreased quality of life

  5. ARE YOU AT RISK FOR GASTROPARESIS? You are more likely to get gastroparesis if you meet the following conditions: Infection Diabetes Scleroderma Hypothyroidism Small bowel resection Nervous system diseases Abdominal or esophageal surgery

  6. WHAT ARE THE COMMON GASTROPARESIS SYMPTOMS? Gastroparesis symptoms vary based on the cause of the condition. However, there are some common symptoms which include: Feeling full after eating only a few bites of food Nausea Vomiting Heartburn Stomach discomfort and pain Changes in blood sugar levels Poor appetite, weight loss and malnutrition

  7. WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF GASTROPARESIS? In general, the following conditions may cause gastroparesis: Injury Surgery High blood sugar Pregnancy Stomach infections Certain autoimmune diseases Certain nervous system disorders

  8. WHAT ARE THE BEST TREATMENTS FOR GASTROPARESIS? In general, the following conditions may cause gastroparesis: Dietary And Lifestyle Changes: Follow a special diet which provides the right amount of nutrients, calories, and is low in fat and fiber. Medication: Inform your doctor about all the current medications you are taking. Surgical Procedures: The typical surgical procedures for gastroparesis include gastric electrical stimulation (GES), vagal nerve stimulation (VNS), and pyloroplasty (a procedure to open up the pyloric sphincter, the valve at the top of the stomach).

  9. CONCLUSION Gastroparesis is not a common condition, and it has no cure. However, it can be managed with changes to your diet and lifestyle, along with medication. If you are suffering from gastro-intestinal issues, we recommend scheduling an appointment with your primary care physician who can then provide you with a correct diagnosis and provide solutions.

  10. OUR KEY PHILOSOPHY “ ” What I try and do with every patient I see, in the first few minutes, is just let them say what’s on their mind and there’s a lot of study that show we don’t do that enough in medicine. These are small things that you can’t pick up really from just filling out a form. That’s why it’s really important to spend time, talking and listening and building that relationship. ~ Dr. Arun Villivalam, M.D.

  11. SERVICES WE PROVIDE 01 05 Physicals – All Ages Blood Work A regular physical provides a record of your overall health and can be a useful tool in identifying any changes in your health.  Blood work is an important resource to help determine any conditions that could be causing the symptoms that are bringing a patient to the doctor, 02 06 Lifestyle / Stress Management Chronic Care Management Learn to manage stress by scheduling a wellness checkup and learn preventive strategies. Get medical care for preexisting or long term illnesses, such as asthma, hypertension, depression and cirrhosis.  03 07 Wellness Visits / School Physicals Women’s Health Best primary care physician in Los Gatos provides Womens Health screening from our practice in Los Gatos, CA A regular check up provides the opportunity to monitor your child’s growth and development and to safeguard against any potential issues.  04 08 Men’s Health Medicare Annual Wellness Visits Men’s health screenings will catch any conditions in early stages where preventative medicine can be used to treat or manage a condition before it progresses. Medicare encourages its members to review their health annually, and to take care of any potential medical concerns before they develop into something more serious. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Quisque enim nisl, vulputate quis mi sed, dapibus hendrerit turpis. Praesent at volutpat neque, ut rutrum odio. Sed quis tincidunt dui, in vulputate arcu.

  12. MEET DR. ARUN VILLIVALAM Dr. Arun Villivalam is a concerned and caring family physician and primary care doctor serving the community of Los Gatos, CA. Dr. Villivalam attended Thomas Jefferson University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in family medicine at Cook County Hospital.

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