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Abdominal bloating

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Abdominal bloating

Definition:

Abdominal bloating is when the abdomen feels full and tight. It is usually caused by intestinal gas.

Alternative Names:
Bloating
Common Causes:

Overeating
Lactose intolerance and other food intolerances
Air swallowing (a nervous habit)
Irritable bowel syndrome
Partial bowel obstruction
Constipation

Important but uncommon causes of abdominal bloating include ascites and tumors, such as those arising from ovarian cancer.

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