Gastrointestinal Disorders
Gastric (Stomach) Polyps Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Gastric polyps or stomach polyps are lumps in the stomach lining that protrude above the mucosal surface. It may occur as a single lump or multiple polyps. Most stomach polyps are benign growths. Although rare, stomach polyps should be taken very seriously as there is a possibility that it can become cancerous.
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Gas Bloating with Belching (Burp) and Flatulence
Abdominal bloating is often due to gas build up, especially a short while after eating. This gas production is a natural part of our digestion but at times the bloating may be extreme – leading to discomfort and pain. In order to relieve the bloating, gas can be passed out through the mouth as an eructation (burp or belch) or through the rectum as flatus (common term ~ fart).
While intestinal gas is normal and may vary from person to person and with different meals, if it is persistent and excessive, causing discomfort and affecting your daily functioning or sleep, then it requires further medical investigation.
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