Digestive Tract Paralysis Month                            

Digestive Tract Paralysis (DTP) is an umbrella term used to describe any paralytic condition of the digestive tract. When the muscles in the digestive tract do not function properly, food remains in the stomach longer than it should. Several conditions including surgery, Diabetes, or neurological disorders can cause DTP. Even though the reason may be different, many symptoms are the same, including:

Digestive Tract Paralysis Month is imperative to promote awareness, support patients, and keep the medical community working towards finding a cure for these debilitating gastric conditions.  

Martinez, M. (2021, August18). Digestive tract paralysis awareness - blog - advocate health advisors. Digestive Tract Paralysis Awareness.
https://blog.advocatehealthadvisors.com/health-living/digestive-tract-paralysis-awareness/

‍What is gastroparesis?:Treatment, symptoms, and Diet. Gastroenterology Consultants of San Antonio.(2024, May 22). https://www.gastroconsa.com/patient-education/gastroparesis/

References

• excruciating abdominal pain
• bloating
• indigestion
• frequent nausea
• reduced appetite