Why might your gallstone pain have stopped for two years?
It's actually possible for gallstones to become less symptomatic over time, even without treatment. Some gallstones can remain "silent" for extended periods, causing no pain or issues. The fact that you haven't had pain for about two years could mean your gallstones Show Full Answer
Why might your gallstone pain have stopped for two years?
It's actually possible for gallstones to become less symptomatic over time, even without treatment. Some gallstones can remain "silent" for extended periods, causing no pain or issues. The fact that you haven't had pain for about two years could mean your gallstones have stabilized or aren't currently blocking bile ducts.
However, it's important to stay aware that gallstone symptoms can return unpredictably. If you start experiencing pain again—especially severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, or jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)—you should contact your doctor right away. Regarding your RA treatment changes:
Stopping methotrexate can sometimes lead to flare-ups as your RA may become more active again. The steroids you're taking now are helping to manage inflammation while you transition to biologics, which is a common approach.
Some myRAteam members have wondered about connections between RA and gallbladder issues. While there are shared risk factors (like being female, age, and immune system health), and certain RA medications have been linked to gallbladder problems, the direct connection isn't fully clear.
Keep your rheumatologist informed about both your RA symptoms and any gallbladder concerns as you start your new biologic treatment.
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