The connection between fibromyalgia and gastroparesis
Fibromyalgia patients are highly susceptible to gastric problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gluten sensitivity. Though there is no scientific evidence to prove the connection between gastroparesis and fibromyalgia, doctors have found a growing trend of fibromyalgia patients testing positive for gastroparesis. A theory suggest that fibromyalgia affects the nervous system, which may cause the malfunctioning of the vagus nerve, hence leading to gastroparesis. Another theory suggest that use of pain medications for fibromyalgia can also increase risk of gastroparesis.
The research on this topic is still continuing and hopefully we will be able to understand the link between fibromyalgia and gastroparesis soon.
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