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A 46-year-old female asked:

I get bloating & distention of my upper abdomen immediately after eating starchy carbs. is this ibs?

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Dr. Darrell Herringtonanswered

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Maybe.: Could also be gallbladder or other biliary pathology. See your doctor for complete evaluation.

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