Lost and need answers

[ectildawn]

What would cause you to still have food in your stomach over 14 hours after eating?  Last night I ate dinner at 5 oclock, which is normal time for me.  At 7:15 this morning I started throwing up almost everything I ate last night.  I have been having this type probablem for about three years now.  I have lost a total of 70 pds over these last years, with very little effort. I do not have insurance and am only told when asking local doctors that I need to be seen.  If there is anyone out here who can give me some idea as to what is wrong with me, it would be so great.  Thanks, Emily

[patient915]

I agree with CalGal that this sounds like gastroparesis.  The diet for gastroparesis is low-fiber low-fat.  You should also eat small frequent meals throughout the day.  If this isn't working (and you can't afford to see a doctor) you can try putting all your foods in a blender to see if that helps.

[CalGal]

Emily, something like this could suggest you're experiencing gastroparesis, delayed gastric emptying. It's something that should be checked out with a competent GI person who is well-versed in this condition because it could be tied in with other health concerns. In the meantime, you might benefit from trying to follow a modified diet to see if it's of help. You can find a representative example at gicare.com. Go to the diet section and look for a link to 'gastroparesis.'