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Functional reasons for a distended abdomen tend to involve digestive problems that cause gas and/or digestive contents to accumulate. Causes might include: Gas from functional indigestion, food intolerances or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Constipation causing a build-up of feces and back-up of digestive contents.
Here are some of the more common reasons believed to cause abdominal dissension. Digestive Disorders. Abdominal distension is a common symptom in digestive disorders, including indigestion...
Mayo Clinic gastroenterologists review the epidemiology, effects and pathophysiology of chronic bloating and distension and describe diagnostic strategies and available treatment options.
The most common cause of stomach pain and bloating is excess intestinal gas. If you get a bloated stomach after eating, it may be a digestive issue. It might be as simple as eating too much too fast, or you could have a food intolerance or other condition that causes gas and
Abdominal distension occurs when substances, such as air (gas) or fluid, accumulate in the abdomen causing its expansion. [1] It is typically a symptom of an underlying disease or dysfunction in the body, rather than an illness in its own right.
Possible causes include irritable bowel syndrome (when nerves linked to your bowel are too active), acid reflux (which irritates your esophagus, the tube between your throat and stomach), and ...
What You Need to Know About Abdominal Swelling. Causes. Treatment. Seeking help. Gas is a common cause for a swollen abdomen. Other causes may include irritable bowel syndrome, gallstones, or a...