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Diabetic gastroparesis is a form of neuropathy caused by hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). Neuropathy is partial or complete loss of nerve function in the affected part leading to weakness, tingling, numbness and sometimes paralysis of the affected part.

Gastroparesis is neuropathy of the digestive tract, and leads to reduced bowel motility and constipation.

It is treatable by

a) keeping blood sugar as close to normal as possible all the time

b) supplementing diet with Methylcobalamin (methyl-b12) as per several studies including

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