FreeMD® Bloating and Excess Gas: Definition

Bloating and Excess Gas

Definition

Definition

Common names:

Abdominal Bloating
Belching
Bloating and Excess Gas
Burping
Excessive Flatulence
Excessive Gas
Farting Constantly
Flatulence
Gas Pain

Excess gas in the intestines leads to bloating of the abdomen. The excess gas can cause the abdomen to expand, which may cause pain.

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Related Topics:

Abdominal pain
Abdominal swelling
Celiac sprue
Constipation
Food allergies
Food intolerance
Intestinal malabsorption
Lactose intolerance
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Last Updated: Dec 26, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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References:

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