MS-related stomach problems?

[Matthew Breuer]

Dear group,

I have just discovered this newsgroup. My wife has been living with CP MS
for over 10 years now, and for many of them has had stomach problems. She
has a slowed digestion resulting from the peristaltic motion of the
intestines being a bit fouled up, caused by the MS. But, in addition, she
has had stomach aches for a number of years now. Numerous tests reveal no
obvious physical complications (tumors, ulcers, etc.) yet the aches persist.

My question is: is this a fairly common problem for CP MS, and is it related
to the lower tract digestive problems? I'd certainly appreciate any replies.


With best regards,
Matthew Breuer

[jake]

Post by Matthew Breuer
My question is: is this a fairly common problem for CP MS, and is it related
to the lower tract digestive problems? I'd certainly appreciate any replies.

CP=chronic progressive? I've heard that term used before, and I'm not
saying there's anything wrong wth it, but isn't all MS "chronic" and
"progressive?"

Aw, what the hell do I know?

It's possible that GI problems are being caused by meds she's taking.
Solu Medrol gave me wicked heartburn, and Cellcept...does things to me
as well. Just a thought.
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jake