While it is often associated with diabetes, certain viral infections can also precipitate a temporary or long-lasting form of gastroparesis, known as post-viral gastroparesis.

Though post-viral gastroparesis is a known subset of idiopathic gastroparesis, few cases of post-COVID gastroparesis have been reported. Most cases represent an exacerbation rather than …

Some people with gastroparesis may be unable to have any food or liquids. Then healthcare professionals may suggest that a feeding tube, called a jejunostomy tube, be placed in the …

Recent evidence suggests autoimmune factors may be involved in the development of gastroparesis, a subtype known as autoimmune gastrointestinal dysmotility (AGID).

Research suggests that the body’s immune response to the viral infection may also play a role in the development of post viral gastroparesis. The immune system’s response to the viral …

Modifications in percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy jejunal feeding tubes have reduced likelihood of retrograde displacement of gastrojejunal tubes and reflux of enteral feed back into …

Jul 22, 2025 · Yes, norovirus can lead to post-viral gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach does not digest food properly. This occurs because the virus can sometimes damage the …

IVIG works to modify the immune response, which can be instrumental for patients whose gastroparesis is linked to autoimmune conditions. The connection between immune function …

Jun 23, 2025 · A suggested approach to the management of gastroparesis based on the extent of delay in gastric emptying is outlined in the algorithm (algorithm 1).

Gastrointestinal (GI) infections pose a significant threat to immunocompromised populations, including individuals undergoing chemotherapy, organ transplant recipients, patients with …