Samantha Sauer, BCPA, president of Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments (G-PACT), uncovers the challenges of living with gastroparesis and how it can overlap with IBD or other conditions. Sam shares her personal journey with gastroparesis and gives insights on symptoms, diagnosis, misconceptions, and the daily impact on patients' lives. Topics include the difficulties in getting the right diagnosis, the emotional toll of dietary restriction, and the importance of support communities. Sam also highlights resources offered by G-PACT, including support groups and educational outreach, while encouraging self-advocacy and perseverance for those seeking answers or support for their condition.

Timestamps on this episode:

• 0:04 – Introduction and Guest Background
• 1:25 – Samantha's Diagnosis Journey
• 4:17 – What is Gastroparesis? Symptoms and Diagnosis
• 7:19 – Misdiagnosis and Overlapping Conditions
• 10:50 – Inflammation and Gastroparesis
• 12:18 – Impact on Daily and Social Life
• 16:22 – Social Challenges and Stigma
• 18:47 – Common Myths and Misconceptions
• 22:00 – Gastroparesis and IBD Overlap
• 24:57 – Diagnostic and Treatment Challenges
• 27:32 – GPACT Resources and Support
• 31:32 – Advice for Suspected Gastroparesis Patients
• 33:09 – How to Connect with GPACT
• 36:18 – Samantha's Treadmill and Movement Routine
• 38:42 – Closing Remarks and Gratitude

More information on the topics discussed:

• Surviving Out of Spite Podcast via YouTube
• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) Is a Procedure to Examine Your GI Tract via Verywell Health
• Metoclopramide: Treatment for Nausea & Vomiting
• Relationship Between Gastroparesis and Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A United States Nationwide Sized Database Analysis
• Gastroparesis in patients with inactive Crohn's disease: a case series
• Surviving Out of Spite Podcast

Find Samantha Sauer, BCPA and Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments (G-PACT) on:

• Web: www.g-pact.org
• Facebook: @GPACT
• Instagram: @4gpact
• YouTube: @GPACT_nonprofit
• LinkedIn: @gpact

Find Amber J Tresca at:

• AboutIBD.com
• Verywell: Verywell Health
• Facebook: @aboutIBD
• Twitter: @aboutIBD
• Pinterest: @aboutibd
• Instagram: @about_IBD
• YouTube: @AboutIBD
• Threads: @about_IBD

Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:

• Facebook: @maccooneycomposer
• Instagram: @maccooneycomposer
• Web: Cooney Studio
• YouTube: @MacCooneyComposer
• Theme music: IBD Dance Party, © Cooney Studio.

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