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Can anyone tell me what could happen if bloating is not treated?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

If bloating is due: to an actual bowel obstruction and not diagnosed or treated, it could lead to death. Most bloating is due to inadequate fluids, excessive caffeine or alcohol, excess fiber and gut bacteria imbalance or overgrowth.

Answered 7/12/2014

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