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What causes bloating?

The sensation of bloating can result from many disorders, some functional and some representing an anatomical disease state. Bloating can occur from carbohydrate malabsorption, IBS, partial bowel obstruction, fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity, or gastroparesis (a stomach which empties too slowly), to name a few. The evaluation of a patient with bloating requires an evaluation which is determined by the setting and circumstances in which this symptom occurs.

NOTE: The questions and answers listed here are meant to be general comments and not to be construed as specific medical advice to a particular patient for a particular problem. These answers are for illustrative or informational purposes only and should not be taken as substitutes for visits to a physician or for seeking evaluation of a problem. They also reflect my philosophy about certain conditions based upon my assessment of the relevant medical literature and the judgment which comes from over 40 years of clinical experience.