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Abdominal ultrasound
Abdominal ultrasound

Abdominal bloating

Definition:

Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen (belly) feels full and tight.



Alternative Names: Bloating; Meteorism

Considerations:



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

Home Care:



Call your health care provider if:



What to expect at your health care provider's office:



Review Date: 3/8/2008
Reviewed By: Christian Stone, MD, Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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