The following provides insight into the various causes, diagnosis, and progression of flatulence (med.: meteorism). In addition, ways to treat or prevent a bloated belly are discussed. What is a bloated belly? A bloated abdomen often occurs in association with gas, a feeling of tension and fullness, abdominal pain, and bowel sounds. Many sufferers have … Bloated Belly: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Hard stools are common in medicine as a physical complaint. It may be a harmless disorder or a symptom that should be taken seriously. What is hard stool? Hard stools occur when there is indigestion. In most cases, stool moves slowly through the intestines, drawing out a large amount of water. Predominantly, stool (feces) consists … Hard Stool: Causes, Treatment & Help
Bowel sounds are an expression of the peristalsis of the stomach and intestines. Based on the presence and intensity of bowel sounds, a doctor can assess the likelihood of diseases such as diarrhea or intestinal obstruction. However, further testing is always necessary for detection. What are bowel sounds? When peristalsis now mixes and transports heavy, … Bowel Sounds: Causes, Treatment & Help
Acute stomach upset is not a disease in its own right. Rather, it is an acute discomfort in the stomach. Caused by hard-to-digest food, fermented juices or other factors, acute stomach upset can lead to bloating, nausea, lack of appetite, abdominal cramps or stomach pain. If symptoms persist, it is probably not a harmless stomach … Stomach Upset: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The acoustic stethoscope is used in human medicine to listen to and auscultate various body sounds. Typically, these are heart sounds, sounds in the lungs and bronchi during inhalation and exhalation, bowel sounds caused by peristalsis, and possibly flow sounds in certain veins (e.g., the carotid arteries). Listening is done non-invasively, and the stethoscope is … Stethoscope: Treatment, Effect & Risks
