3. Bloating: The Expanding Concern of Gastric Ulcers
Bloating isn’t just a result of overeating during the holiday season or indulging in carbonated drinks. When this feeling becomes a frequent visitor, even without significant dietary changes, it could be signaling an underlying gastric ulcer. The swollen or full sensation, often accompanied by a visible distention of the stomach, isn’t merely a cosmetic concern.
Imagine a balloon inflating. This visual can sometimes describe how individuals with stomach ulcers feel post their meals. This isn’t just the body’s way of saying it’s full. The ulcerative regions might be reacting to food, leading to the production of excess gas and, consequently, bloating.
A prolonged and persistent bloated feeling, especially one that lasts for hours or even days, requires attention. One might ask, why would a sore or lesion in the stomach cause bloating? The ulcer, in its essence, is a wound. Like any wound, it might swell up in response to triggers, leading to that bloated feeling.(3)
