I'm sorry to hear your wife is sick. But I know what she is going through. I've been vomiting, with right side pain and diarrhea, for over three weeks. I had a CT scan done and every thing came back negative. And here I am still suffering. My doctor doesn't know what is causing this. I haven't been able with out everything coming back up. It has gotten worse the last week I can't even try to eat just looking at the food I can feel the vomit rising in my throat. So if anyone has any suggestions they will be greatly appreciated.
I agree with the doctor, it sounds very much like gastroparesis. It is a baffling illness, and can occur for a number of reasons. Often, no direct cause is identified. Your experience is not unusual either, many other diagnoses are made, often in error. There are medications for this disorder. There is also a support group for gastroparesis on Yahoo that is very good. Hopefully they will be able to find the answers and get her the help she so desperately needs.
I am so sorry about your wife. If the doctor you had thinks this is all in her head-maybe you should consider taking her to another hospital and doctor. She should not have to go on like that and be told she needs to see a psychiatrist. Good luck to you both.
Hello - thanks for asking your question.
You note left upper quadrant pain and vomiting after every meal. MRI, ultrasounds, CT scans, hida scan, endoscopy and colonoscopy, bloodwork and urine samples all were negative. There is also urine retention.
You have obviously had a very comprehensive workup with many tests coming up negative. One last consideration would be a gastric emptying scan to evaluate for gastroparesis. Gastroparesis (or delayed gastric emptying) can be seen in association with many diseases including scleroderma, diabetes, and a variety of neurologic disorders. If this has not been performed, I would recommend it.
Regarding the urinary retention, this needs to be evaluated by a urologist. Tests such an IVP, cystoscopy or urodynamic studies should all be considered to determine the cause.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.