Bloated Stomach
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Bloating
Stomach bloating after eating
Rapid increase in abdominal circumference
Rapid increase in waist circumference
Bloated belly
Stomach has a lot of gas
Waist size increasing quickly
Bloated stomach
Rapidly enlarged abdomen
Stomach feels swollen
Upper stomach feels full (bloated)
Pressure in abdominal area due to bloating
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- Abdominal bloating after eating
- Rapid increase in waist girth
- Feeling bloated after meals
- Abdominal bloating
- Rapid increase in waist size
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Try Free Symptom QuizAbout the Symptom
Abdominal bloating is a condition where the belly feels full and tight, often due to gas.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Edema
- Recent weight loss
- Vomiting of blood
- Fever
- Melena (black stools)
- Jaundice
- Sensation of incomplete voiding
Possible Causes
Generally, Bloated stomach can be related to:
- Aerophagia (Swallowing Air)
Excessive and repetitive air swallowing, resulting in burping, bloating and flatulence symptoms. It can be caused by psychological reasons, habits, or using machines that assist in breathing (CPAP machines).
- Pregnancy
Pregnancy is the term used for the period when a fetus (baby) is developing inside the mother's uterus (womb). It typically lasts about 40 weeks (just over 9 months), measured from the last menstrual period to delivery. It occurs as a result of sexual intercourse, when the egg released by the female ovary is fertilized by a sperm. Pregnancy is medically divided into three parts (trimesters). The first sign of pregnancy is typically a missed period. Morning sickness (nausea/vomiting) may accompany it.
- Pyloric Stenosis
Abnormal narrowing of the stomach exit. It affects babies between birth and 6 months of age and causes forceful, projectile vomiting that can lead to dehydration. Risk factors include male gender, preterm birth, and smoking during pregnancy.
- Portal Hypertension
- Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Bloated stomach may be related to these serious diseases:
- Bowel obstruction
This happens when the intestines are blocked, for example, by tumors or scar tissue from past surgeries. Quick medical attention is necessary.
- Intussusception
- Necrotizing Enterocolitis
- Esophageal Varices Rupture
- Niemann-Pick Disease
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Do you feel that your abdomen or stomach is bloated?
- How long have you had a bloated stomach this time?
- Have you experienced bloating in your stomach before?
- How has the bloated stomach changed since it started?
- To what extent does feeling bloated impact your eating habits?
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References
National Library of Medicine
https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003123.htm
Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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