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Wondering if anyone suffers with abdominal. pain, could the inflammation from RA cause constipation, lo

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Hamilton, ON

Low abdominal pain,contipation, cramps, could the inflammation cause irritation in the area?

August 26, 2019
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A myRAteam Member

Please be careful with diverticulitis, I ended up with ileoscopy surgery due to perforation of intestines. Don't want to scare you (although I'm sure I just did) but it happened to me and if I can keep it from happening to someone else then I'm going to put it out there. Diverticulitis is serious and should be thought of as such especially if you have a weakened immune system. Best of wishes for a quick recovery.

August 29, 2019
A myRAteam Member

You need to see your doctor, this happened to me and it ended up being Diverticulitis.

August 27, 2019
myRAteam

Yes, inflammation from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can cause gastrointestinal (GI) issues, including abdominal pain and constipation. Here are some key points from the knowledge base:

- Inflammation: Chronic inflammation from RA can affect the digestive system, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain and constipation
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Yes, inflammation from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can cause gastrointestinal (GI) issues, including abdominal pain and constipation. Here are some key points from the knowledge base:

- Inflammation: Chronic inflammation from RA can affect the digestive system, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain and constipation.
- Coexisting Conditions: Conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and fibromyalgia, which often occur with RA, can also cause GI symptoms.
- Medication Side Effects: Medications used to treat RA, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), can lead to digestive complications.

If you experience these symptoms, it's important to discuss them with your rheumatologist to find an appropriate solution.

July 30, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Your right, diverticulitis it is ! Doc put me on meds and I am feeling better😊

August 28, 2019
A myRAteam Member

Could your symptoms be from your medications?

August 26, 2019

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