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What Causes Weight Gain And Bloating In The Upper Abdomen?

I am a 64 old women. I quit smoking 16 years ago. I gained 35 pds in a month time and have a bloat in upper stomach and have a hard time breathing when I do exert myself. I have a personal trainer who does cardio with me and suggest I see a doctor because my breathing should be better by now and some of the bloat should be gone. I did have a lung testing done 5 plus years ago and they said everything is fine. I was being treated for pelvic floor problems and that has been resolved and they told me the bloat probably would not go away because it didn t have anything to do with it.
Wed, 13 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I suggest you to do an ultrasound for the bloating and also a lactose intolerance test to see if it is the cause of your symptoms. Meanwhile:

- You can use Simethicone medication to relieve the bloating
- Avoid foods that triggers it
- Avoid carbonated drinks
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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What Causes Weight Gain And Bloating In The Upper Abdomen?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I suggest you to do an ultrasound for the bloating and also a lactose intolerance test to see if it is the cause of your symptoms. Meanwhile: - You can use Simethicone medication to relieve the bloating - Avoid foods that triggers it - Avoid carbonated drinks Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi