Gastric dumping syndrome

Description

Symptoms that happen when stomach contents move into the small bowel before being digested.

Overview

Gastric dumping syndrome is a group of symptoms that happen when undigested stomach contents move into the small bowel. The condition is more common in people who've had stomach surgery or bypass surgery.

Symptoms

Cramps, nausea, diarrhea and lightheadedness may happen soon after food is eaten.

Treatments

Dietary changes, medicine and surgery can help.