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Does anyone have low level nausea all the time with RA.

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
California, CA
May 17
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Members responding to the question about low-level nausea with RA largely agreed it was a common experience, with many noting it was difficult... Read more

Members responding to the question about low-level nausea with RA largely agreed it was a common experience, with many noting it was difficult to tell whether the nausea came from RA itself or from medications like methotrexate. Several members shared practical remedies that brought relief, including staying extra hydrated with electrolyte drinks, inhaling peppermint oil on a cotton pad, and using alcohol wipes to ease symptoms. A recurring theme was the trial-and-error nature of managing RA medications, with members encouraging one another to keep advocating for treatments that work best for them.

A myRAteam Member

I haven’t had a serious flare for years but I do sometimes have a few bad days and yes , I do feel ‘off’ and sometimes nauseous.

May 18
myRAteam

Yes, low-level nausea is something many people with RA deal with, and you're definitely not alone in this. It can stem from a few different sources.

RA-related nausea can be caused by:

- Inflammation from RA itself affecting the digestive system
- NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) commonly used for joint pain, which can irritate Show Full Answer

Yes, low-level nausea is something many people with RA deal with, and you're definitely not alone in this. It can stem from a few different sources.

RA-related nausea can be caused by:

- Inflammation from RA itself affecting the digestive system
- NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) commonly used for joint pain, which can irritate the stomach lining
- Corticosteroids, which can also cause stomach discomfort
- Methotrexate, one of the most common RA medications, frequently linked to nausea and appetite loss
- Other RA medications like adalimumab (Humira) and sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)

One myRAteam member shared that while on sulfasalazine combined with Enbrel, they experienced "a major loss of appetite, mild nausea" and had to force themselves to eat. It's worth mentioning to a rheumatologist or doctor, especially if it's affecting the ability to eat or take medications consistently. They may be able to adjust dosages, suggest taking medications with food, or recommend gastroprotective medications to help ease stomach issues.

May 17
A myRAteam Member

I am on Rinvoq, I have been on it for about 8 years now and it is to only medication that has worked before Rinvoq i had been on like 15 different medication and none of them worked are i had a bad reaction to them

May 21
A myRAteam Member

More then likely it is the methotrexate. That is always the first medication that they put you on, it never did anything for me so I don't take it anymore

May 21
A myRAteam Member

I definitely feel nauseous a lot. Not sure if it's RA or the methotrexate.

May 21

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