{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"What You Need to Know About IBD and Gastroparesis Featuring Samantha Sauer, BCPA of G-PACT","description":"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 \u2013 Introduction and Guest Background 1:25 \u2013 Samantha\u2019s Diagnosis Journey 4:17 \u2013 What is Gastroparesis? Symptoms and Diagnosis 7:19 \u2013 Misdiagnosis and Overlapping Conditions 10:50 \u2013 Inflammation and Gastroparesis 12:18 \u2013 Impact on Daily and Social Life 16:22 \u2013 Social Challenges and Stigma 18:47 \u2013 Common Myths and Misconceptions 22:00 \u2013 Gastroparesis and IBD Overlap 24:57 \u2013 Diagnostic and Treatment Challenges 27:32 \u2013 GPACT Resources and Support 31:32 \u2013 Advice for Suspected Gastroparesis Patients 33:09 \u2013 How to Connect with GPACT 36:18 \u2013 Samantha\u2019s Treadmill and Movement Routine 38:42 \u2013 Closing Remarks and Gratitude&amp;nbsp;  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 &amp;amp; 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, \u00a9 Cooney Studio.  These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. ","author_name":"About IBD","author_url":"http:\/\/aboutibd.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38896450\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195069685"}