Palm City, FL
A 45-year-old female asked:
21 yr.wf. has been having increased gas and bloating in the last 2 wks. no change in diet . taking probiotics but little help . should i see gi dc? worried! can it be something serious?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Al Hegabanswered
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
Unlikely : Can still be something common as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, GERD or others, you want to see your primary doctor for initial evaluation and possible referral to a gastroenterologist, meanwhile, OTC indigestion remedies and antacids can help, good luck
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