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A member asked:

Do they test for gastroparesis, if not what could we do?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: A nuclear gastric emptying study may aid in the diagnosis but it far from perfect. Some places are able to test intestinal motity with a swallowed capsule called a smart pill.

Dr Huilgol and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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