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What does it mean to have a slow stomach. my stomach doesn't empty or it's slow to empty. also acid reflux horribly. i just started protonix and i am waiting on more test and biopsies. i throw up at the very least three days a week. ?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Slow stomach: Can be due to structural issues such as growths or functional issues, such as gastroparesis among other possibilities. It sounds otherwise that you have the right tests scheduled.

Answered 9/1/2020

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A member asked:

What does it mean to have a slow stomach. my stomach doesn't empty or it's slow to empty. also acid reflux horribly. i just started protonix and i am waiting on more test and biopsies. i throw up at the very least three days a week. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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