Bloating Guide
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Reviewed By Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD
Definition
Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen feels full and tight. It is usually caused by gas in the bowel.
Causes
Important but uncommon causes of abdominal bloating include ascites and tumors, such as those arising from ovarian cancer .
Other Names
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Encyclopedia: Bloating
Bloating is any abnormal general swelling, or increase in diameter of the abdominal area. As a symptom, the patient feels a full and tight abdomen, which may cause abdominal pain sometimes accompanied by borborygmus. Bloating may have several causes, the most common being accumulation of liquids and intestinal gas. Ascites is the proper medical term for abdominal bloating caused by excessive accumulation of liquid inside the cavity. Common causes for...
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I am bloated and need a cure and an explanation why I am bloated. I'm male...
I am bloated and need a cure and an explanation why I am bloated. I'm male...
Sounds like delayed food allergy. Is there anything you eat at every or almost every meal? We can become sensitive to foods, the most common culprit being wheat,...
Asked by My pic looks good - 15 months ago
What helps with bloating due to your period?
I always try to drink water, but I just feel like I am bloating myself...
I always try to drink water, but I just feel like I am bloating myself...
try some kind of medicine like midol. it helps with mine
Asked by heyy theree - 6 months ago
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