Feeling full quickly, also known as early satiety, can happen for several reasons including how your stomach functions, your diet, and other health issues. Common causes include:
- Slow stomach emptying (gastroparesis), where the stomach doesn't contract properly, causing food to build up and create a feeling of fullness even after small meals.
- Functional dyspepsia, where the stomach doesn't relax properly during eating due to nerve sensitivity, leading to a premature sensation of fullness.
- Acid reflux, peptic ulcers, or other digestive conditions that irritate the stomach and interfere with normal digestion.
- Eating habits such as eating quickly or being distracted can also affect how full you feel.
- Nutritional factors: diets low in fat, protein, or fiber can result in feeling full sooner but sometimes also hungry shortly after.
- Other causes can include constipation, eating disorders, or serious conditions like cancer affecting the stomach or intestines.
If this feeling of getting full fast is persistent, especially if accompanied by symptoms like nausea, pain, vomiting, or weight loss, it is important to see a doctor to find the underlying cause and get proper treatment.
