| Subject | Contents |
| Definition | A condition in which the abdomen feels full and tight -- usually caused by excessive intestinal gas. |
| Alternative Names | Bloating
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| Considerations | |
| Common Causes | Overeating Lactose intolerance and other food intolerances Air swallowing (a nervous habit) Irritable bowel syndrome Partial bowel obstruction Constipation Important, but less common causes of abdominal bloating include tumors, such as those arising from ovarian cancer. |
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