Why is my stomach bloated under my breasts?

There are many causes of abdominal bloating, including gas, fluid retention, irritable bowel syndrome, food intolerances, menstrual symptoms, and infection. People can often treat bloating at home, but some causes may need medical attention.

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How do you fix upper stomach bloating?

Some good general guidelines include:
  1. Eat enough fiber. If you don't typically get a lot of fiber in your diet, you should start gradually so that you don't overwhelm your system. ...
  2. Drink enough water. ...
  3. Get some exercise. ...
  4. Avoid processed foods. ...
  5. Practice mindful eating. ...
  6. Notice sensitivities.

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What does it mean when your upper stomach is swollen?

Abdominal swelling, or distention, is more often caused by overeating than by a serious illness. This problem also can be caused by: Air swallowing (a nervous habit) Buildup of fluid in the abdomen (this can be a sign of a serious medical problem)

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Why is my stomach hard under my breast?

What can cause a hard stomach? A hard stomach can happen for various reasons, including constipation, gastric cancer, and some chronic digestive conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

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Why do I feel heavy under my breast?

Breasts can feel heavy and sore for many reasons. Menstruation, pregnancy, and breastfeeding are common reasons, but infections and cysts may also cause discomfort. Less commonly, pain may stem from cancer. Many different conditions can cause breast pain.

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Why is my upper stomach bigger than my lower?

Why is my upper stomach bigger than my lower stomach? Upper belly fat is usually the result of the accumulation of visceral fat around your abdomen area. Stress, unhealthy lifestyle, and lack of sleep make your upper stomach bigger than your lower stomach.

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Why does my upper stomach feel like a balloon?

Bloating is a feeling that your stomach feels uncomfortably full. Some people describe bloating as a feeling that they have a balloon in their belly. Often times, bloating will go away on its own.

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How do I know if my bloating is serious?

If your bloating is accompanied by abdominal pain, cramps, dizziness, nausea or vomiting, then it might be a serious problem. Regularly occurring bloating that doesn't improve with lifestyle changes, such as eating smaller meals or avoiding certain foods, may also point to a more serious issue.

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How long is too long for bloated stomach?

See a GP if:

you've been feeling bloated for 3 weeks or more. you feel bloated regularly (more than 12 times a month) you've tried changing your diet but keep feeling bloated.

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What are the red flags of bloating?

“When it's accompanied by red-flag symptoms—vomiting, blood in stool, unexplained weight loss, yellowing of eyes or skin—those are signs of a more urgent and serious disorder,” she says. Liver disease or an obstruction of the GI tract can cause bloating accompanied by some of these red-flag symptoms.

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What causes bloating that won't go away?

Some people have a bloated stomach for a long period of time due to gastrointestinal tract disease, including gastritis, gastric ulcer, gastrointestinal or colorectal cancer, parasitic infection, irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal dysfunction, and other system disorders such as thyroid and diabetes, which can ...

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What are the warning signs of gastritis?

Check if you have gastritis
  • tummy pain.
  • indigestion.
  • feeling full and bloated.
  • feeling sick (nausea)
  • being sick (vomiting)
  • not feeling as hungry as usual.
  • burping and farting.

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What causes upper belly fat in females?

Causes include poor diet, lack of exercise, and short or low-quality sleep. A healthy diet and active lifestyle can help people lose excess belly fat and lower the risk of problems associated with it.

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What is the large bulge in my upper stomach?

A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of your stomach bulges through the large muscle separating your abdomen and chest (diaphragm). Your diaphragm has a small opening (hiatus) through which your food tube (esophagus) passes before connecting to your stomach.

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What are red flags for gastritis?

Red flags include: Stomach discomfort that occurs after taking over-the-counter or prescription medications. Vomiting of blood. The presence of blood in stools (faeces)

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How do I know if I have a stomach tumor?

Stomach cancer can present itself in several different ways, such as difficulty swallowing, feeling bloated after eating, feeling full after only eating a small amount of food, heartburn, indigestion, nausea, stomach pain, unintentional weight loss, and vomiting.

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What happens if you ignore gastritis?

Gastritis can sometimes lead to pain, nausea and vomiting. But it often has no symptoms at all. If left untreated, though, some types of gastritis can lead to ulcers (sores in the stomach lining) or even stomach cancer. People used to think gastritis and ulcers were caused by stress and spicy foods.

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What cancers cause distended abdomen?

Cancers that can cause ascites include:
  • ovarian cancer.
  • breast cancer.
  • bowel cancer.
  • stomach cancer.
  • pancreatic cancer.
  • mesothelioma in the peritoneum.
  • lung cancer.
  • liver cancer.

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What is the fat under your breast called?

Armpit fat, also known as axillary fat, is a collection of fat separate from the rest of the breast. The fat looks like a small pooch next to the armpit. Axillary fat may occur in women who have normal breast size and body weight.

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Why do I feel uncomfortable in my upper stomach?

Indigestion — also called dyspepsia or an upset stomach — is discomfort in your upper abdomen. Indigestion describes certain symptoms, such as belly pain and a feeling of fullness soon after you start eating, rather than a specific disease. Indigestion can also be a symptom of other digestive disorders.

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What disease is feeling bloated?

Regular bloating can be caused by other problems, including: constipation. coeliac disease. food intolerance, to milk (lactose intolerance) and other foods such as some fruits, vegetables and grains (such as wheat)

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What are 5 signs of bloating?

Common symptoms of bloating include stomach pain, discomfort, and gas. You may also burp or belch frequently or have abdominal rumbling or gurgling. Severe bloating may occur along with other serious symptoms, such as: Blood in your stool.

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