Question 1

what causes a swollen abdomen in older women?

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Intestines uterus : As we age there is less muscle and our intestines and other organs can seem to protrude. Also, the elderly can sometimes appear to be swollen due to constipation and women can have a prominent lower abdomen due to a large uterus or fibroids. Other reasons include hernias of the belly button or from a previous incision on the belly.

Question 2

what would cause a swollen abdomen only in the evening?

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Fatty food/gallstone: Intermittent swelling of your abdomen may be related to fatty foods and gallstones. Dinner is usually the highest fat meal. Fat triggers gallbladder to squeeze, empty its load of digestive bile into your GI tract. If you have gallstones, dietary fat triggers an abnormal system and bloating/swelling occur. Ultrasound can be diagnostic. Others causes: constipation, gastric bloat, mass.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: swollen abdomen?

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Large abdomen: An enlarging abdomen over what is normal for you, can develop over a period of hours to weeks. This excludes obesity, common causes are gas in the intestine, fluid in the abdomen, pregnancy, and rarely cancer. A CAT scan or ultrasound will show what is going on. Would be helpful to know if there are other symptoms, such as pain, constipation, and liver problems.

Question 4

i have a swollen abdomen and there is fullness feeling down below?

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Doctor: I recommend that you see a doctor. Could be a simple problem as constipation but can be a serious problem.

Question 5

i have swollen abdomen and spleen and really sick. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Too many poss: This is too vague. I am not sure how u can feel ur spleen. If it is truly enlarged, there are many possibilities.  You need to be seen in person by ur doctor and then referred to hematologist if appropriate.

Question 6

i'm concerned because i have swollen abdomen and spleen and really sick?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP soon: How long this has been going on? You should be investigated for the reasons that caused your abdomen to swell, is it ascites/ why is your spleen enlarged/ see you primary care physician right away.

Question 7

what should i do if i had swollen abdomen specially  after eating?

Accepted Answer

Take Gas medicine: Get checked for diabetes. Slow motility maybe related. Are you on pain meds? Does bloating hurt?

Question 8

gfr has dropped to 53, trouble urinating and swollen abdomen. what could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Differential: The differential diagnosis includes, but is not limited to obstructive uropathy, urinary tract infections, dehydration resulting in constipation. Talk to your doc about your concerns

Question 9

could having a swollen abdomen lead to back pain?

Accepted Answer

It's possible: Having an enlarged abdomen can shift your weight in such a way that it creates strain on your back. However, there are medical conditions that enlarged the abdomen that can cause pain as well. To be on the safe side, you should have it checked out by your doctor.

Question 10

what does one do to get rid of a severly swollen abdomen?

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Depends on cause: If you are lucky and the only problem is extra weight causing your swollen abdomen, then diet exercise and weight loss is recommended. Other causes of a swollen abdomen are ascites, fluid, mass, bowel distention, organ enlargement/dysfunction. A check up with your doctor, some simple diagnostic tests, like an ultrasound will guide you. Doctor approval before diet is important.

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