Why do I feel full when I eat a small amount? Understanding early satiety
                                
                                
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                                The medical term for feeling full after eating very little is early satiety, a symptom of an underlying condition that affects approximately 14 out of every 100,000 people diagnosed with gastroparesis. This can impact a person's ability to eat a full meal and may lead to nutritional deficiencies over time.