Patient's question:
What are the complications caused by gastric prolapse?Doctor's answer:
1. Abdominal distension and upper abdominal discomfort: Patients often report a feeling of fullness, heaviness, and pressure in the abdomen.2. Abdominal pain: Usually a persistent dull ache. It often occurs after meals and is related to the amount of food consumed. The greater the intake, the longer and more severe the pain. Additionally, pain is associated with activity, as movement after meals often exacerbates it.
3. Nausea and vomiting: Often occur during activity after meals, especially when excessive amounts of food are consumed. This is because a large volume of food entering the stomach increases the traction on the gastric ligaments, leading to pain, followed by nausea and vomiting.