70. Examining Abdominal Pain with Pradeep Chopra, MD

In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Pradeep Chopra, a pain management specialist, discusses the complexities of abdominal pain in individuals with connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and related conditions. He outlines over two dozen potential causes of abdominal pain, emphasizing the diverse roles of different systems within the abdomen, such as the digestive, nervous, and vascular systems. Dr. Chopra highlights conditions including superior mesenteric artery syndrome, mast cell activation syndrome, and gastroparesis as frequent pain sources in EDS. He stresses the importance of understanding these interrelated conditions beyond symptom management for effective treatment, and provides practical tips including dietary adjustments and absorption hacks for medications. Dr. Chopra calls for increased awareness and specialized understanding among medical practitioners to better diagnose and treat these conditions.