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Y every time i eat, no matter how big or small. my upper abdomen bloats & swells?? been going on for months now. any ideas?

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Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Lots of things: Distension after meals suggests gastroparesis (a slow stomach) or dysmotility of the small or large intestine. Distension is often reported by irritable bowel syndrome patients who exhibit no structural pathology. Some simple testing may be reassuring. Get checked please.

Answered 9/2/2018

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A member asked:

Y every time i eat, no matter how big or small. my upper abdomen bloats & swells?? been going on for months now. any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Cattano answered

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