Dumping syndrome

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Dumping syndrome 

Postgastrectomy complication
Symptoms( postprandial abdominal cramps, weakness, diaphoresis and light headedness) due to rapid gastric emptying of hypertonic content to the duodenum 
Rx: First- Dietary changes; small frequent meals 
Avoid simple carbohydrates
If diet fails try ocreotide
Intractable cases reconstructive surgery.

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