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Lower abdom. bloating, burping, bouts of constipation/diarrhea, ngt hpts and tender when pressing my belly button for 5ish weeks. what could this be?

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See a Doctor: You may have some food allergies like dairy or gluten. You can also have irritable bowel syndrome or other chronic intestinal issues like Chrohn"s. Please see a doctor.

Answered 8/17/2014

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Dr. Steven Warren answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

May have colitis: there can be many causes It might be colitis which is the inflammation of the colon or small intestines You need to go to a provider for blood tests and maybe ultrasound of your abdomen or more Xray tets to rule out other disorders You can get some medications to help regulate the bowels and stop the problem Also take a list of what you have been eating if any recent changes

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. James Rochester answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Many things: The list of things this could be is lengthy and we only get 400 characters to answer questions. Best to see healthcare provider for proper history and physical examination to help narrow the possibilities and get you a proper diagnosis and proper treatment. Best of luck. Dr R

Answered 8/17/2014

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