September is Achalasia Awareness Month, and today we’re sharing Rachael’s story. Disclaimer: This post contains Rachael’s personal experience managing achalasia during pregnancy.

September is Achalasia Awareness Month, and Kelly is back to highlight three things she wishes people understood about life with achalasia.💚

Achalasia is a condition that hinders the passage of food and fluid down the oesophagus and into the stomach, leading to difficulty swallowing. There is no cure. This Achalasia Awareness Month, Lisa, who also has chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, shared her story. (🧵1/5)

“My symptoms began around age ten. Food often got stuck. I had severe muscle spasms in my oesophagus, triggering intense acid reflux and sickness that left me drained for days.” Read Shawn’s full story via the link here: https://f.mtr.cool/yxvndaxyco

September is achalasia awareness month, and Kelly is giving a glimpse into her life with this rare condition. Achalasia affects everyone differently and can have a big impact on everyday life.

What are the symptoms of achalasia? 💚 Achalasia is a condition that affects the nerves and muscles of the oesophagus (food pipe), mainly where it meets the stomach. This makes it harder for food and fluids to pass down, leading to difficulties with swallowing.

This is Stephen's Achalasia Story: https://gutscharity.org.uk/awareness/personal-stories/stephens-achalasia-story/ . 💚 This Achalasia Awareness Month, Stephen wants to raise vital awareness... (🧵1/3)

September is Achalasia Awareness Month.💚 Approximately 2 to 3 in 200,000 people are diagnosed with achalasia each year. Although it is rare, we must raise awareness because for the people affected by it, it is very real. And it needs to be better known.

As Gastroparesis Awareness Month is nearing a close, we’re shining a light once again on Dr. Conor McCann’s incredible research! Thanks to your support, Guts UK proudly funded his research into both gastroparesis and achalasia.

What 5 things do YOU wish people knew about living with a digestive condition, like gastroparesis? For Gastroparesis Awareness Month, Jessie shared her thoughts, alongside her story, which you can read here: https://gutscharity.org.uk/awareness/personal-stories/jessies-story-gastroparesis/ (🧵1/4)

“This is what you don’t see.” What you see in this video is only a glimpse of what life can be like with gastroparesis, intestinal dysmotility and intestinal failure.💚(🧵1/5)

This Gastroparesis Awareness Month, we want to say a huge thank you to 19-year-old Lucy from Glasgow for boldly and openly sharing her story.💚 📖 Read Lucy’s full story here: https://f.mtr.cool/yazbdoefbx 📰 Read the Glasgow Live article: https://f.mtr.cool/dsyqpurwdu

You’ve chewed, swallowed, and your food has travelled into your small intestine. But what happens next? 👉 You can read the full post via the link in our bio. https://f.mtr.cool/ylxaocutuu

📢 Share your views on Barrett's Oesophagus monitoring 🗓️ Date: Wednesday 24th September 📍There are two events: - In person (3 hours) - Whitechapel, London - Online - join from anywhere Take part by filling in the form here: https://f.mtr.cool/begyacmjuh

What is gastroparesis really like? Last year’s ‘Getting to Grips with Gastroparesis' online event brought together experts and people living with the condition to answer exactly that. 👉You can catch the full session here: https://f.mtr.cool/dvgyyddian (🧵1/3)

Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the stomach, and the name means stomach (gastro) and paralysis (paresis). Symptoms also include: -Dehydration -Malnutrition -Heartburn 👉 For more information, visit: https://f.mtr.cool/smehazmzts (🧵1/3)

“To many, I don’t look sick, which makes things feel even more isolating.” August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, and you can read Rachel’s full story via the link here: https://f.mtr.cool/jvccbzviyt (🧵1/8)

Millie is sharing her experience this Gastroparesis Awareness Month💚 “Tube feeding doesn’t mean someone is giving up,” Millie says. “It’s not just for hospital stays or elderly patients.I’m attached to mine 22 hours a day and I still work, advocate and live a full life.”(🧵1/5)

In 2022, Jessie experienced bloating and pain when eating. She was rushed to hospital, couldn’t keep food or drink down and lost half of her body weight.  Read her story: https://gutscharity.org.uk/awareness/personal-stories/jessies-story-gastroparesis/ . 💚 (🧵1/3)

Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚 Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: https://ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)

Today, we celebrate Guts UK’s 54th birthday! 🎉 For more than five decades, you’ve helped us make real change for people affected by digestive conditions and symptoms. (🧵1/6)

Your poo can tell you a lot about your health! Checking your poo includes being aware of the colour, consistency and how frequently you empty your bowels. Not sure what’s normal? Our Poo-Torial has got you covered. 👉 Check it out here: gutscharity.org.uk/pootorial (1/2)

Hi there! While we’re thrilled to be here on BlueSky, we won’t be checking in as often. If you need to get in touch with us, the quickest way is to contact us here: gutscharity.org.uk/contact-us. 💚