What Could Be The Reason I Am Having Bloating Since Several Days?

Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2020

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Question : I am having bloating since several days. Though I eat oil less and spice less food.. But if any day I eat food with oil and spice, the whole stomach bloats... And ribs also pain near the stomach

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Acid lowering medications...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Dyspepsia, gastritis and other acid peptic diseases are chronic conditions associated with life style and diet. So you have to keep your dietary habits and exercises to prevent symptoms from flaring up. So it is prudent that you avoid spices and extra oil food as they tend to aggravate the symptoms.

In the meanwhile you can take Cap pan D twice daily half an hour before food for 2-3 weeks. In addition you should also start physical exercise and keep weight in ideal limits.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 days later)

Thanks sir for the response.

I have seen the local gastroenterologist and taking medication. But it isn't helping me after 4 days.

Nevertheless thanks for everything

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (32 hours later)

Brief Answer:
May I know your gastroenterologist opinion...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

If the treatment hasn't provided you a satisfactory relief, you may report it to the treating doctor who can alter medications or revise treatment accordingly. But can I know what your gastroenterologist opinion on the cause was and what treatment was offered to you?

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (9 hours later)

Thanks for your great concern.

I went to see Dr XXXXXXX XXXXXXX who is Gastroenterologist at Apollo XXXXXXX

He adviced me to take following medicine...

Nexpro 40 mg
Velgut capsule
Acogut 100 mg

It's been 6 days, I have been taking these medication... Things haven't got good as expected. Still slight bloating is there where stomach making discomfort on the rib edges.

I have also avoided oily, spicy foods during this time. Please advice what further to lead a normal life.

Thanks again

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Symptoms are improving is a positive sign...

Detailed Answer:
Unfortunately dyspepsia and bloating issues are strongly linked to life style and diet. It is good to know that you are feeling better though not to your expectations. I'd recommend you to continue medications for a week more along with the dietary measures suggested.

You should also consider exercise and weight management for additional benefits.

If you still don't feel better despite 2-3 weeks of medications you may report back to the doctor for changes to your treatment.

I assume the doctor has conducted a few basic investigations. The doctor may plan for an ultrasound scan and endoscopy if needed in future based on your response.

Don't be disappointed with your treatment response yet. You will eventually feel better with the combined efforts of medications, diet and exercise.

Wish you a faster recovery!

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (0 minute later)

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (7 hours later)

Thanks for all your assurance. I will do the needful as suggested.

Thanks again

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (0 minute later)

Thanks for all your assurance. I will do the needful as suggested.

Thanks again

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Wish you get well soon....

Detailed Answer:
I hope you get well soon. Please close the discussion if you have no more questions to ask.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (0 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Wish you get well soon....

Detailed Answer:
I hope you get well soon. Please close the discussion if you have no more questions to ask.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad