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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Bloating or feeling of abdominal distension

Bloating is the sensation that your abdomen is uncomfortably full or distended. It is one of the most common digestive complaints and is usually caused by excess gas, slow digestion, or fluid retention. While typically harmless, chronic or severe bloating may indicate an underlying digestive condition worth investigating.

Common Causes of Bloating or feeling of abdominal distension

  • Swallowing excess air (eating too fast)
  • Food intolerances (lactose, gluten, FODMAPs)
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Constipation
  • Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Bloating or feeling of abdominal distension

These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:

  • See a doctor if bloating is persistent, progressively worsening, accompanied by unexplained weight loss, blood in stools, severe pain, or changes in bowel habits.

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