Question 1

i have chrons also on lansaprozol. is this due to sudden weight gain, a very distended hard abdomen? is this a side effect from the drug? try nexium (esomeprazole)?

Accepted Answer

With Crohn's: A very distended hard abdomen is more concerning for a developing intestinal obstruction. These signs are not side effects of lansoprazole.

Question 2

what are some reasons for distended abdomen doc don't know what's wrong nov 19 it was extended to 43 in now dec 29th its 50 inch no weight gain has been swollen hard at the top its stilling getting bigger 7 inches in 39 days how many inches is normal?

Accepted Answer

: You need a careful history and exam again.

Question 3

what would cause a distended and hard upper abdomen following a thoracic posterior fusion t7-t10 with instrumentation. three months post op and still ?

Accepted Answer

Not the surgery: So now need to give a good history. Do you have a bowel movement regularly?  Go back to the surgeon and start by discussing with him

Question 4

how can i know what causes a distended abdomen?

Accepted Answer

Swallowing air.: A distended abdomen may be caused by many things, however, gas in the intestinal tract is most common.  Gas is normal and too much may cause distension.  We continuously swallow air every time we swallow; this is normal.  Avoiding carbonated beverages, including soda or beer, will help decrease the excess air we swallow.

Question 5

swollen, distended abdomen?

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Depends: There can be many causes for a swollen distended abdomen like constipation, diverticulitis or viral infection etc. But also more serious things like perforation or appendix or ascites . Check with your doctor to be diagnosed properly.

Question 6

really distended abdomen and diahorrea with creon?

Accepted Answer

Pancreatic therapy: Creon can produce nausea or vomiting, mild stomach pain or upset, diarrhea or constipation, bloating or gas, greasy stools, rectal irritation;
headache, dizziness, cough; or weight loss as side-effects..

Question 7

what is causing a distended abdomen after appendectomy?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Depending on the severity of the appendicitis, some distention is normal early on. However, saying that you need to see the surgeon and be examined to make sure there are no complications occurring.

Question 8

is it common for someone who has kidney problems to have a distended abdomen that comes and goes?

Accepted Answer

No: Something else going on!
fever, chills, infection, ?

Irritation of intestine can cause slow movement called ileus and abdominal distention.

Question 9

i suffer from a painful distended abdomen (bloating) a few times per week. (maybe food related?) what's the best way to find the cause and treat this?

Accepted Answer

GI symptoms: You can start  w/a visit to your primary care doctor.  He/she may refer you to a GI doctor.  May be as simple as taking a probiotic or adjusting your diet but you need to know first.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

distended abdomen in 16 month old, no constipation, on and off screaming n crying...should we go to er?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: If pain is severe and sustained then you should go to the er immediately.  If everything is ok after that then i urge you to follow up with your child's doctor as soon as possible.

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I have chrons also on lansaprozol. is this due to sudden weight gain, a very distended hard abdomen? is this a side effect from the drug? try nexium (esomeprazole)?

A member asked:

What are some reasons for distended abdomen doc don't know what's wrong nov 19 it was extended to 43 in now dec 29th its 50 inch no weight gain has been swollen hard at the top its stilling getting bigger 7 inches in 39 days how many inches is normal?

A member asked:

What would cause a distended and hard upper abdomen following a thoracic posterior fusion t7-t10 with instrumentation. three months post op and still ?

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How can i know what causes a distended abdomen?

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Swollen, distended abdomen?

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Really distended abdomen and diahorrea with creon?

A member asked:

What is causing a distended abdomen after appendectomy?

A member asked:

Is it common for someone who has kidney problems to have a distended abdomen that comes and goes?

A member asked:

I suffer from a painful distended abdomen (bloating) a few times per week. (maybe food related?) what's the best way to find the cause and treat this?

A member asked:

Distended abdomen in 16 month old, no constipation, on and off screaming n crying...should we go to er?

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