Bloating
Bloating or distended abdomen is one of the other causes of pancreatitis. Generally, bloating occurs when the gastrointestinal tract has lots of gas or air in it. It’s easy to describe bloating as feeling full, tight, or swollen in the abdominal region. There are times when bloating may be accompanied by pain. However, it commonly follows frequent burping or belching, abdominal gurgles, and flatulence. Apart from being a sign of pancreatitis, there are so many reasons why you may feel bloated. Some of the common ones are drinking too fast, chewing gum, wearing loose dentures, or smoking. Medical conditions could also cause a person to bloat. Examples of these medical conditions are heartburn, food intolerance, weight gain, hormonal flux, inflammatory bowel disease, and eating disorders like anorexia. There are ways to treat abdominal bloating. One of the most important ways to treat bloating is following lifestyle changes, receiving abdominal massages or medications. If you feel high fevers, worsening heartburn, unexplained weight loss, or severe abdominal pain, please consult a licensed health professional for treatment.