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Are Hot Flashes, Constipation And Bloating Side Effects Of Cimzia?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Oct 2016
Question: I started cimzia 5 weeks ago, I have a red and hot face, constipation, feeling full with little food, can't think straight. I get the third set of injections on Monday and am concerned. My reumatologyst (sp) says these are not side affects of cimizia
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Answered by Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Supportive care

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking

I read your question and i understand your concern. Your doctor is right apart from nausea cimzia can not cause these side effects you mentioned. These are bowel functions decline likely due to age factor. I would suggest compliance to medications, use of laxatives, fibrous diet, adequate fluids intake, good bowel habits and see if it helps. Small frequent meals, yogurt with peppermint will help.

I hope it helps. take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.

Regards
Khan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan (9 hours later)
I have had a good deal of stress lately and have a history of anxiety, could this cause constipation?
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Answered by Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Supportive care

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for getting back to me

Absolutely! stress and anxiety are notorious for slowing bowel movements and leading to constipation and managing stress is the key factor in managing constipation. Rest diet and lifestyle and supportive laxative therapy will help.

I hope it helps.
Regards
Khan
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Are Hot Flashes, Constipation And Bloating Side Effects Of Cimzia?

Brief Answer: Supportive care Detailed Answer: Thank you for asking I read your question and i understand your concern. Your doctor is right apart from nausea cimzia can not cause these side effects you mentioned. These are bowel functions decline likely due to age factor. I would suggest compliance to medications, use of laxatives, fibrous diet, adequate fluids intake, good bowel habits and see if it helps. Small frequent meals, yogurt with peppermint will help. I hope it helps. take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please. Regards Khan