Distendend Abdomen Causes, Treatments and More
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Management of IBS and Other Causes of a Distended Abdomen
There isn't a particular course of action when abdominal distension and bloating are caused by a disease such as IBS, but several remedies may help. It's important to find the underlying cause and to rule out celiac disease and Crohn's disease, which have their own set of management strategies.
Exclusion diets help identify and treat food intolerances. Wheat, rye and dairy are common culprits that may be fairly easy to identify using exclusion methods.2’Understanding and managing chronic abdominal bloating and distension.’ Mayo Clinic. mayoclinic.org/medical-professionals/digestive-diseases/news/understanding-and-managing-chronic-abdominal-bloating-and-distension/mac-20511032
