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Gastroparesis, sometimes called delayed gastric emptying, is uncommon and little known, so you may never have met another person who has it. ShareWell has free online support groups for people living with long-term illness, where members know what it is like when eating becomes a daily struggle.
Understanding gastroparesis
Gastroparesis slows the emptying of the stomach, which can cause nausea, vomiting, pain and feeling full after a few bites. Some people rely on liquid nutrition or a feeding tube, and because it is uncommon, few people around them have heard of it.
How peer support helps with gastroparesis
Peer support can help with gastroparesis because so much social life is built around food. A group is a place to connect with people that does not involve a meal.
What gastroparesis groups often cover
- Nausea and the fear of eating
- Social events that revolve around meals
- Living with a feeding tube or liquid diet
- Explaining a condition nobody has heard of
ShareWell groups are peer support and do not give medical advice, so please keep working with your care team on anything about diagnosis or treatment. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Who these groups may help
- People diagnosed with gastroparesis
- People using tube feeding or liquid nutrition
- Anyone who feels alone with a little-known condition, and their caregivers
Related topics
These topics often connect with gastroparesis and may offer another helpful angle, language, or support space.
Frequently asked questions
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