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A distended abdomen is abnormally swollen outward. You can see and measure the difference, and sometimes you can feel it. A distended abdomen can be due to bloating from gas, or it can be due to accumulated fluid, tissue, or digestive contents. It can be chronic or acute.
Mayo Clinic gastroenterologists review the epidemiology, effects and pathophysiology of chronic bloating and distension and describe diagnostic strategies and available treatment options.
Bloating refers to the sensation of abdominal (tummy) swelling, sometimes described as the feeling of an inflated balloon in the belly. By contrast, abdominal distention refers to an actual increase in measured abdominal size. Figure 1 highlights the difference between these symptoms.
If your abdomen is distended, you may also experience abdominal discomfort or pain. You might also notice you are burping or passing gas (farting) more than usual. Abdominal distension is...
Five Key Takeaways: Recognizing warning signs like visible abdominal enlargement and persistent bloating is crucial for early detection of abdominal distention in elderly women.
A distended abdomen can usually be a mild case of fluid retention or a digestive issue. It may also be the result of an underlying health condition that can lead to severe complications. We will look at the causes as well as how to get rid of a distended stomach.
Outlook. Your stomach can feel hard due to bloating or constipation. But sometimes another health condition, like food intolerance or an infection, can cause it to feel swollen. If your...
A swollen abdomen occurs when your stomach area is larger than normal. This is sometimes known as a distended abdomen or swollen belly. A swollen abdomen is often uncomfortable or even...
Abdominal distension (or "distended abdomen") can be a sign of many other conditions, including: Ascites. Capillaria philippinensis. Celiac disease. Coccidiosis. Cystic fibrosis. Diverticulitis. Eosinophilic gastroenteritis. Fasciolosis. Gastroparesis. Giardiasis. Hookworm disease. Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis)
Causes. When to See a Provider. Diagnosis. Self-Care. Prevention. Bloating is a common symptom that can have a variety of causes—from simply swallowing too much air to serious conditions like infection and cancer. Sometimes, people report feeling so bloated they think they look pregnant!