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I have severe gastroparesis and am fed via j-tube. despite getting enough calories according to gi, i am still slowly losing weight. what do i do?

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Dr. Steven Simon answered

Increase calories: J tube feeds require elemental feedings, which have been pre digested. You either are not absorbing your nutrients, or not getting enough of them. Speak with your GI doc to discuss your concerns and get proper feedings.

Dr Italia and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have severe gastroparesis and am fed via j-tube. despite getting enough calories according to gi, i am still slowly losing weight. what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Simon answered

Dr Italia and another doctor agreed

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