Can MS cause a hard feeling in your stomach with spasms?
Yes, that hard, spasming feeling in your stomach can be related to MS. Many people with MS experience gastrointestinal symptoms, including abdominal spasms and a feeling of tightness or hardness.
This can happen due to a condition called gastroparesis, where the Show Full Answer
Can MS cause a hard feeling in your stomach with spasms?
Yes, that hard, spasming feeling in your stomach can be related to MS. Many people with MS experience gastrointestinal symptoms, including abdominal spasms and a feeling of tightness or hardness.
This can happen due to a condition called gastroparesis, where the stomach muscles don't work efficiently. When food sits in your stomach too long, it can cause:
* Bloating and abdominal distention
* A feeling of fullness
* Abdominal pain and cramping
* Nausea
MyMSTeam members describe similar experiences, with one saying "the food just sits in my stomach, causing terrible pain and bloating. I look pregnant at times!" Another mentioned experiencing "sharp stabbing or dull aching pains from chest to low waist."
MS can also cause muscle spasms in your trunk and torso area. Some members report "spasms around my waist during the day" or sensations like "a tightening throughout my body."
If you're experiencing these symptoms regularly, it's important to talk with your neurologist or healthcare provider. They can help determine what's causing your symptoms and suggest appropriate treatments to help manage them.
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