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Can gastroparesis cause diarrhea?
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No: Gastoparesis by definition means your bowels are moving slow or not at all, which leads to constipation. Autonomic dysfunction is a common cause gastroparesis but may also lead to hyperactive bowels or diarrhea.
Answered 12/21/2018
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