Bloating resident survival guide

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Usman Ali Akbar, M.B.B.S.[2]

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Overview
Causes
FIRE
Diagnosis
Treatment
Do's
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Overview

Bloating is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaint that is attributed by the patient as subjective sensation of incorrectly perceived excess gas. There are multiple non-functional etiologies of abdominal bloating and distention. Primary functional abdominal distention (FABD) should be diagnosed as single entity and it doesn't overlap with other functional gastro-intestinal disorders. Rome IV diagnostic criteria mentions the co-existence of mild abdominal pain and/or minor bowel movements. FABD can be treated with antispasmodic along with peppermint oil in randomized controlled trials. A stepwise approach is usually needed that counter the dietary interventions,microbiome modulation and medical therapy in the management of FABD.

Causes

Life Threatening Causes

Life-threatening causes include conditions that may result in death or permanent disability within 24 hours if left untreated.

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Common Causes

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Complete Diagnostic Approach

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Do's

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Don'ts

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