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Suggest Treatment For Painful And Swollen Abdomen

I have experienced sudden and very noticeable swelling in the abdomen and have had difficulty moving stool the last week I've tried milk of magnesium, gas-x, and magnesium citrate (not at the same time or back to back). The swelling is somewhat painful and Dead Sea salt baths or a heating pad help, but I'm worried because both sides still feel firm. I cannot get to a doctor for 48 hours because of the storm- what do I do, what foods are safe to consume, and is there anything else I can try OTC?
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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It is not clear from the details whether the swelling is a localised one or is it abdominal distention due to bloating. To me, it seems more like the latter as you mention irregular bowel habits. There is no restriction about the food intake but it is preferrable to avoid junk food. Try taking a high fibre diet as well as fibre supplements like isabgol alongside your dinner. Alternatively you may also use lactulose syrup 2 teaspoonfuls once or twice and day and see if you get relief. I would still insist that you remain in follow up of a doctor.
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Suggest Treatment For Painful And Swollen Abdomen

It is not clear from the details whether the swelling is a localised one or is it abdominal distention due to bloating. To me, it seems more like the latter as you mention irregular bowel habits. There is no restriction about the food intake but it is preferrable to avoid junk food. Try taking a high fibre diet as well as fibre supplements like isabgol alongside your dinner. Alternatively you may also use lactulose syrup 2 teaspoonfuls once or twice and day and see if you get relief. I would still insist that you remain in follow up of a doctor.