Bloating occurs when the gastrointestinal tract is filled with air or gas. Gas is the most common cause of bloating. The other causes of bloating include irritable bowel syndrome, food intolerance, weight gain, eating disorders, and as a side effect of certain medications. Some of the serious causes of bloating are ascites, celiac disease, pancreatic insufficiency, and perforation of the gastrointestinal tract.
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I have been skipping meals for the past 9 years and my stomach has become bloated recently. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old male. Nearly nine years, I started to skip my food due to various reasons, such as college exams, cultural preparation, and others. Sometimes I have even skipped a whole day's meal. I have noticed a bloated stomach that resembles a water-filled balloon. Even though I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern Depending upon your description of your food habits and irregular eating timings you have landed yourself in trouble with your stomach. I strongly recommend you to regularize your timings and have a proper bre... Read Full »