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What Causes Severe Bloating And Soreness In Stomach?

Posted on Tue, 22 Mar 2016

Question: I'm experiencing extreme belly bloat and soreness, which is not typical for me. Post-menopausal.
Just wondering if I should be seen?

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
For how long has this been going on?

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this bloating and soreness that you have mentioned. I will like to know for how long this has been going on and whether there are any other symptoms. Also, has there been any recent changes in your diet or weight?

I will like to factor these in before processing your information and providing a thorough and helpful response to you.

I hope to hear from you and promise to respond as soon as I get the details.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (2 minutes later)

It's been for three days, and these are my only symptoms. Sometimes the soreness is just below my ribcage, and other times it runs vertically on the sides of my abdomen. The bloating isn't as bad as it was two days ago, but the discomfort is still there.

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (47 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I recommend regular exercise, much fruits and vegetables!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

This is a very recent observation and seems to be getting better. I will suggest that you practice some regular exercises, eat much fruits and vegetables. I will only recommend further investigations if this persist which will most likely not be the case.

I wish you well.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar