Condition
Bloating
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 18 January 20051 min read
Key points
- Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen feels full and tight - usually caused by excessive intestinal gas.
- Important but uncommon causes of abdominal bloating include ascites and tumors, such as those arising from ovarian cancer.
Alternative names
Abdominal bloating
Definition
Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen feels full and tight - usually caused by excessive intestinal gas.
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.
Written and revised by
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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