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A member asked:

Went to the er about a stabbing pain in my left rib and shoulder as well as flank pain. my stomach aparently isnt emptying at all! what causes this?

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Gastroparesis: Gastroparesis is commonly caused by diabetes, but can have a multitude of other causes. I would recommend going to see a gastroenterologist.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/9/2017

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