tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4875490532388341413.post508727316966459737..comments2024-02-13T17:17:06.829-08:00Comments on Journey with Gastroparesis: Fear or Faith?Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10376604610344801300noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4875490532388341413.post-85492498607210309922013-03-15T16:52:21.922-07:002013-03-15T16:52:21.922-07:00Hi Anna,
First, let me just say how sorry I am t...Hi Anna, <br /><br />First, let me just say how sorry I am to hear that you are going through this tough time, especially at such a young age. When first diagnosed it can be a whirlwind of emotions just like you mentioned. Take a deep breath and know you are not alone. There are a number of things you can do that might help physically, from medications to procedures. Also, educating yourself on what we call a GP friendly diet is essential. This takes time because everyone is different but have faith that you will learn to find foods that DO work for you. Surround yourself with support and educate others on what it is you are dealing with. If you go under Handouts at the top of this page there is one called What I CAN Eat. Page 2 has a quick overview of GP to help explain to others. <br />I have limited room right now for one on one health coaching but might be able to work something out. Please email me at stephanie@journeywithwellness and we can chat more! My thoughts are with you and remember to try your best to stay positive and have hope that you will get through this!<br />StephanieStephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10376604610344801300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4875490532388341413.post-37893886549781568212013-03-15T13:25:21.776-07:002013-03-15T13:25:21.776-07:00Hey Steph. I just wanted to say thank you for your...Hey Steph. I just wanted to say thank you for your blog.<br /><br />I was diagnosed with idiopathic Gastroparesis 3 weeks ago (I am only 18) after becoming very ill to the point of hospitalisation twice, having only been out for a week now.<br /><br />This is the scariest, most life altering thing that has ever happened to me and it is all so raw - each day is a real struggle and the emotional and physical effects immense. Food is such a major issue for me right now, as I vomit everything - and in turn hate eating and am not eating enough.<br /><br />I was wondering if you had any advice for these next few days/weeks/months as I adjust to the new normal? I would really appreciate knowing I am not the only one and that things will be ok. Your thoughts here on life and death reflects my own battle of now. I just want to bawl, wah.<br /><br />Thank you from the depths of my heart - would you be interested in forming a friendship?<br />I just began a blog on all this.<br /><br />Sincerely, and thanks for reading.<br /><br />~ AnnaAJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09034728937358159310noreply@blogger.com