10 Bowel Obstruction Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #6: Abdominal Swelling
Abdominal swelling or distension occurs when the gas or fluid accumulate inside the abdomen causing an outward expansion. It is usually a symptom of conditions such as inflammatory bowel diseases, parasitic infections, bowel obstruction, food poisoning, celiac disease, and more.
Patients who experience abdominal swelling often complain of feeling bloated. Other associated symptoms include pain, nausea, cramping, and in severe cases, shortness of breath. The intra-abdominal pressure can be relieved by passing gas (farting) or burping.
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