Symptom 10. Nausea and Constipation: The Gut’s Response to Intruders
At first glance, one might wonder about the connection between a bone tumor and gut symptoms. But with plasmacytoma, the dots connect intriguingly. Nausea and constipation aren’t just random discomforts; they are the gut’s way of reacting to the body’s imbalances.
One key culprit is hypercalcemia, previously discussed. Elevated calcium levels can slow down the gut’s motility, leading to constipation. But it’s not just about slowed movements; the gut’s entire rhythm gets disrupted.
Then there’s nausea, a more direct response to calcium’s excesses. The gut, sensitive to the body’s internal milieu, reacts to this overload, causing feelings of unease. This isn’t the occasional queasiness one might feel after a heavy meal; it’s a persistent unease.
Nausea and constipation, in the grand narrative of plasmacytoma, might seem like minor footnotes. However, they are significant indicators of the body’s internal tussle. Understanding these symptoms offers a holistic view of plasmacytoma’s impact, reiterating that its effects are widespread, not just localized. (10)
