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What Causes Abdominal Pain And Bloating?
For the last two weeks, I ve been having abdominal pain. At first I assumes it was constipation due to my diabetic medication Metformin. I took a laxative to try and relieve the pain. I did have a bowel movement but the pain and bloating feeling is still there. Then I ate a few GasX strips assuming, again that would help. Nothing. It s a constant pain and bloating feeling. What is going on?
Mon, 2 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of abdominal pain and bloating. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like appendicitis , consuming foods known to cause gas in some people, such as milk products that contain lactose, broccoli , crohn’s disease , gastroenteritis , irritable bowel syndrome or urinary tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid above mentioned foods, eat light and non spicy specially at night, take light walk after every meal, eat small and frequent meals. If condition doesn't get well then consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy along with stool test. Doctor may prescribe ornidazole,omeprazole , laxative , anti inflammatory along with antacids .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of abdominal pain and bloating. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like appendicitis , consuming foods known to cause gas in some people, such as milk products that contain lactose, broccoli , crohn’s disease , gastroenteritis , irritable bowel syndrome or urinary tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid above mentioned foods, eat light and non spicy specially at night, take light walk after every meal, eat small and frequent meals. If condition doesn't get well then consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy along with stool test. Doctor may prescribe ornidazole,omeprazole , laxative , anti inflammatory along with antacids .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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