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GI Complications of Diabetes

When sugar is elevated for long periods of time it can affect the way food is processed in the gastrointestinal system. Reduced muscle contraction is common and many problems can result such as difficulty in swallowing, gastroparesis, intestinal blockage, GERD, nausea, vomiting, early satiety, and bloating. Lifestyle modifications and medications may be treatment options for these disorders. Other gastrointestinal problems and treatments are also explored briefly.