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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Bloating
			\| synonyms = Abdominal bloating, Meteorism
			\| field = [[Gastroenterology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Abdominal distension]], feeling of fullness, [[abdominal pain]]
			\| complications = [[Irritable bowel syndrome]], [[functional dyspepsia]]
			\| onset = Any age
			\| duration = Variable
			\| causes = [[Overeating]], [[lactose intolerance]], [[irritable bowel syndrome]], [[constipation]], [[celiac disease]], [[small intestinal bacterial overgrowth]]
			\| risks = [[Dietary habits]], [[sedentary lifestyle]], [[stress]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]], [[imaging studies]]
			\| differential = [[Ascites]], [[intestinal obstruction]], [[ovarian cancer]]
			\| treatment = Dietary changes, [[probiotics]], [[antispasmodics]], [[laxatives]]
			\| medication = [[Simethicone]], [[antacids]], [[prokinetics]]
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	'''Bloating''' is a common condition characterized by a feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen. It is often accompanied by abdominal pain, discomfort, and sometimes visible distension. Bloating can affect anyone and is usually temporary, but it can also be a symptom of underlying health issues.		'''Bloating''' is a common condition characterized by a feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen. It is often accompanied by abdominal pain, discomfort, and sometimes visible distension. Bloating can affect anyone and is usually temporary, but it can also be a symptom of underlying health issues.

	==Causes==		==Causes==
	Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors, including:		Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

	* [[Overeating]]		* [[Overeating]]
	* [[Swallowing air]] (aerophagia)		* [[Swallowing air]] (aerophagia)
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	* [[Hormonal changes]] (e.g., during [[menstruation]])		* [[Hormonal changes]] (e.g., during [[menstruation]])
	* Certain medications		* Certain medications

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	The primary symptom of bloating is a feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen. Other symptoms may include:		The primary symptom of bloating is a feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen. Other symptoms may include:

	* Abdominal pain or discomfort		* Abdominal pain or discomfort
	* Excessive [[gas]] (flatulence)		* Excessive [[gas]] (flatulence)
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	* Visible abdominal swelling		* Visible abdominal swelling
	* Nausea		* Nausea

	==Diagnosis==		==Diagnosis==
	Diagnosing the cause of bloating typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Common tests include:		Diagnosing the cause of bloating typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Common tests include:

	* [[Blood tests]]		* [[Blood tests]]
	* [[Stool tests]]		* [[Stool tests]]
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	* [[Endoscopy]]		* [[Endoscopy]]
	* [[Breath tests]] for lactose intolerance or SIBO		* [[Breath tests]] for lactose intolerance or SIBO

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Treatment for bloating depends on the underlying cause. General recommendations may include:		Treatment for bloating depends on the underlying cause. General recommendations may include:

	* Dietary changes (e.g., avoiding trigger foods, eating smaller meals)		* Dietary changes (e.g., avoiding trigger foods, eating smaller meals)
	* Increasing dietary fiber intake		* Increasing dietary fiber intake
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	* Over-the-counter medications (e.g., antacids, simethicone)		* Over-the-counter medications (e.g., antacids, simethicone)
	* Prescription medications for specific conditions (e.g., IBS, GERD)		* Prescription medications for specific conditions (e.g., IBS, GERD)

	==Prevention==		==Prevention==
	Preventing bloating involves lifestyle and dietary modifications, such as:		Preventing bloating involves lifestyle and dietary modifications, such as:

	* Eating slowly and chewing food thoroughly		* Eating slowly and chewing food thoroughly
	* Avoiding carbonated beverages		* Avoiding carbonated beverages
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	* Managing stress		* Managing stress
	* Avoiding chewing gum and drinking through straws		* Avoiding chewing gum and drinking through straws

	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Abdominal pain]]		* [[Abdominal pain]]
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	* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]]		* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]]
	* [[Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth]]		* [[Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth]]

	==References==		==References==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Reflist}}

	==External links==		==External links==
	{{Commons category\|Bloating}}		{{Commons category\|Bloating}}

	[[Category:Gastroenterology]]		[[Category:Gastroenterology]]
	[[Category:Symptoms]]		[[Category:Symptoms]]
	[[Category:Digestive diseases]]		[[Category:Digestive diseases]]

	{{medicine-stub}}		{{medicine-stub}}

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'''Bloating''' is a common condition characterized by a feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen. It is often accompanied by abdominal pain, discomfort, and sometimes visible distension. Bloating can affect anyone and is usually temporary, but it can also be a symptom of underlying health issues.

==Causes==
Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

* [[Overeating]]
* [[Swallowing air]] (aerophagia)
* [[Constipation]]
* [[Food intolerances]] (e.g., [[lactose intolerance]], [[gluten intolerance]])
* [[Irritable bowel syndrome]] (IBS)
* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]] (GERD)
* [[Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth]] (SIBO)
* [[Hormonal changes]] (e.g., during [[menstruation]])
* Certain medications

==Symptoms==
The primary symptom of bloating is a feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen. Other symptoms may include:

* Abdominal pain or discomfort
* Excessive [[gas]] (flatulence)
* Frequent [[belching]]
* Visible abdominal swelling
* Nausea

==Diagnosis==
Diagnosing the cause of bloating typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Common tests include:

* [[Blood tests]]
* [[Stool tests]]
* [[Imaging studies]] (e.g., [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]])
* [[Endoscopy]]
* [[Breath tests]] for lactose intolerance or SIBO

==Treatment==
Treatment for bloating depends on the underlying cause. General recommendations may include:

* Dietary changes (e.g., avoiding trigger foods, eating smaller meals)
* Increasing dietary fiber intake
* Staying hydrated
* Regular physical activity
* Over-the-counter medications (e.g., antacids, simethicone)
* Prescription medications for specific conditions (e.g., IBS, GERD)

==Prevention==
Preventing bloating involves lifestyle and dietary modifications, such as:

* Eating slowly and chewing food thoroughly
* Avoiding carbonated beverages
* Reducing intake of gas-producing foods (e.g., beans, lentils, broccoli)
* Managing stress
* Avoiding chewing gum and drinking through straws

==See also==
* [[Abdominal pain]]
* [[Flatulence]]
* [[Indigestion]]
* [[Irritable bowel syndrome]]
* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]]
* [[Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons category|Bloating}}

[[Category:Gastroenterology]]
[[Category:Symptoms]]
[[Category:Digestive diseases]]

{{medicine-stub}}

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