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Dumping Syndrome

Dumping syndrome (/ˈdʌmpɪŋ ˈsɪndroʊm/), also known as rapid gastric emptying, is a medical condition that occurs when food, especially sugar, moves from your stomach into your small bowel too quickly.

Etymology

The term "dumping" refers to the rapid "dumping" of food from the stomach into the small bowel.

Symptoms

Symptoms of dumping syndrome can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, dizziness, and fatigue. These symptoms can be categorized into two types: early and late. Early dumping syndrome occurs within 30 minutes to an hour after a meal. Late dumping syndrome occurs 1 to 3 hours after eating.

Causes

Dumping syndrome is most often associated with certain types of stomach surgery, such as gastrectomy or gastric bypass surgery. It can also occur in people who have not had surgery, but this is less common.

Treatment

Treatment for dumping syndrome typically includes changes in eating habits and medication. People with this condition may need to eat smaller meals throughout the day, avoid foods high in sugar, and increase their intake of protein and fiber. Medications, such as octreotide and lanreotide, can also slow stomach emptying and help control symptoms.

Related Terms

  • Gastroparesis: A condition in which the stomach cannot empty itself of food in a normal fashion. It is often a complication of diabetes or can occur following stomach surgery.
  • Gastric bypass surgery: A surgical procedure in which the stomach is divided into a small upper pouch and a much larger lower "remnant" pouch and then the small intestine is rearranged to connect to both.
  • Gastrectomy: A procedure to remove part or all of the stomach.

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