Ask the doctor: What is gastroparesis and how can it be treated?
Gastroparesis has a number of causes, and diabetes often tops the list. Elevated blood sugar levels and other aspects of diabetes tend to damage nerves, including the ones that regulate stomach function and speed of emptying. A wide variety of medications can slow stomach evacuation, including antihistamines, tricyclic antidepressants, calcium-channel blockers, and opioid painkillers (codeine, oxycodone, others).
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