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What Causes Distension Of Stomach After A Car Accident?
I was in a seious car accident on Friday. We hit the vehicle at 80km/h head on. I suffered severe tissue damage and possible broken ribs and a lot of bruising. I have noticed though that my stomach is abnormaly large, particularly for my size. Is this normal? Should i be concerned?
Fri, 30 Jun 2017
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* There are various reasons
- External hematoma
- Stomach distension itself through impact of blunt trauma
- Injury to spleen
- Collection of blood inside abdominal cavity ( Hemoperitoneum )
* Strongly recommended to get an ultrasound examination of abdomen &
pelvis done .
Hope this will help you out .
Welcome for any questions further .
Regards .
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .
* There are various reasons
- External hematoma
- Stomach distension itself through impact of blunt trauma
- Injury to spleen
- Collection of blood inside abdominal cavity ( Hemoperitoneum )
* Strongly recommended to get an ultrasound examination of abdomen &
pelvis done .
Hope this will help you out .
Welcome for any questions further .
Regards .
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