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Abdominal bloating

Definition

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

Alternative Names

Bloating; Meteorism

Common Causes

• Air swallowing (a nervous habit)
• Constipation
• Excess gas in the bowel
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Lactose intolerance and other food intolerances
• Overeating
• Partial bowel obstruction
• Small bowel bacterial overgrowth

Reviewer Info: 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., 03/08/2008