Swelling of the abdomen resulting from excessive food intake, malnutrition, liver disease, primary abdominal tumors, and tumors metastatic to the abdominal cavity.
Symptoms of Abdominal distension (gaseous)
The following features are indicative of Abdominal distension (gaseous):
abdominal pain
altered bowel frequency
bloating
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Common Causes of Abdominal distension (gaseous)
The following are the most common causes of Abdominal distension (gaseous):
irritable bowel syndrome
digestive problems
overeating
swallowing air
constipation
gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
Risk Factors for Abdominal distension (gaseous)
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Abdominal distension (gaseous):
lactose intolerance
small bowel bacterial overgrowth
weight gain
ascites
tumors
celiac disease
dumping syndrome
ovarian cancer
pancreatic insufficiency
Prevention of Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Abdominal distension (gaseous). Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
stop smoking
eat slowly
avoid gas-producing foods
avoid chewing gum or carbonated drinks
avoid foods with high levels of fructose or sorbitol
Occurrence of Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Common Gender
Abdominal distension (gaseous) can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Abdominal distension (gaseous)
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Abdominal distension (gaseous):
MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging): To diagnose gas and fluid changes in the bowel
Complications of Abdominal distension (gaseous) if untreated
It is not know if Abdominal distension (gaseous) causes complications if left untreated.
Self-care for Abdominal distension (gaseous)
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Abdominal distension (gaseous):
stay away from carbonated drinks
avoid gas-producing foods
avoid chewing gum
avoid foods with high levels of fructose or sorbitol
stop smoking
eat slowly
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Abdominal distension (gaseous)
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Abdominal distension (gaseous):
Kiwifruit Extract: To promote both laxation and gastric motility
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: To relieve symptoms by enabling patients to cope with the disease
Last updated date
This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Abdominal distension (gaseous).