10. Altered Stomach Sounds: The Body’s Own Alarm System
Most of us are familiar with the sounds our stomachs make, especially when hungry. But individuals with advancing BBS might start noticing unusual or exaggerated stomach noises. These could range from increased gurgling to sounds that resemble a faint drumming.
What’s behind these sounds? As BBS progresses, the buried bumper can impede the natural movement of gastric juices and air, creating pockets that lead to these unusual noises. It’s akin to water facing an obstruction in a pipe, leading to gurgling sounds.
The body’s ability to produce such a range of sounds, each hinting at a specific internal situation, is astounding. For the trained ear or an attentive individual, these altered sounds can act as an early detection system for BBS. (10)
