rapid gastric emptying

I have been diagnosed with Sphincter of Oddi dysfunction and Rapid Gastric Emptying following gall bladder surgery.

I would like to know how gall bladder surgery can lead to the rapid gastic emptying.  I was told that my anatomy was changed during the surgery but not exactly how it was changed.

Also, will it worsen with time or stay the same?

I am seeing a dietitian to help with a low fat, low carb diet and am on busporine to relax the stomach, remeron and phenergan for nausea control and creon to digest fats.

I am only interested in understanding this and doing all I can to get better.
Any information you can give me is greatly appreciated. Please help me understand this and any thoughts you have for possible treatment and outcome of these conditions.  

[Kevin Pho, MD]

I am not aware of a specific connection between gall bladder surgery and rapid gastric emptying, however that doesn't mean that they cannot be connected.

Sphincter of Oddi (SO) dysfunction is an uncommon side effect following a gall bladder operation.  A SO manometry can be performed to confirm the diagnosis, and if present, a referral to a surgeon can be considered to discuss whether a sphincterotomy can be performed.  

A more investigational option would be injection of Botulinum toxin into the Sphincter of Oddi.  

Regarding the rapid gastric emptying, you can consider an upper endoscopy to see if the anatomy of the upper GI tract is causing your symptoms.

These options can be discussed with your personal physician.

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.

Kevin Pho, M.D.
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