Gastric Motor Function Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Gastric Motor Function Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

1. Introduction Gastric motor function disorder, primarily known clinically as gastroparesis, is a complex condition characterized by delayed gastric emptying in the absence of any mechanical obstruction. In a healthy digestive system, strong muscular contractions propel food from the stomach into the small intestine. In this disorder, these muscular contractions are weakened, irregular, or entirely … Read more

What does it mean if your stomach makes loud splashing sounds when you move?

What does it mean if your stomach makes loud splashing sounds when you move?

1. Introduction Loud splashing sounds in the stomach, known clinically as a succussion splash, indicate that fluid and gas are trapped in the stomach longer than normal. This distinct acoustic sign typically points to delayed gastric emptying, often resulting from neuromuscular conditions like gastroparesis or a physical gastric outlet obstruction. While normal digestion occasionally produces … Read more