Are you experiencing bloating and gas after rituximab infusions for MZL?
While bloating and gas aren't listed among the most common side effects of rituximab, digestive issues can occur with this treatment. Some people receiving rituximab experience:
* Abdominal pain
* Diarrhea
* Constipation
* General digestive Show Full Answer
Are you experiencing bloating and gas after rituximab infusions for MZL?
While bloating and gas aren't listed among the most common side effects of rituximab, digestive issues can occur with this treatment. Some people receiving rituximab experience:
* Abdominal pain
* Diarrhea
* Constipation
* General digestive inflammation
These digestive symptoms could potentially contribute to feelings of bloating and gas. Since rituximab can affect different people in various ways, your experience may be a less common reaction to the treatment.
It's worth mentioning this to your healthcare team, especially if the bloating and gas are uncomfortable or persistent. They can help determine if this is related to the rituximab, suggest ways to manage these symptoms, or check if there might be other contributing factors.
A MyLymphomaTeam member dealing with treatment side effects shared: "Just hate the feeling of nausea all day. Trying hard to cope with the mental aspect of this." Many people find that discussing their symptoms with their care team leads to helpful management strategies.
February 23