What You Need to Know About IBD and Gastroparesis Featuring Samantha Sauer, BCPA of G-PACT

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: 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. 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.

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What You Need to Know About IBD and Gastroparesis Featuring Samantha Sauer, BCPA of G-PACT is an episode from About IBD by About IBD With Amber J Tresca.

This episode is 40:29 long.

This episode was published on Nov 4, 2025.

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