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Have Lower Back Pain, Swollen Stomach. Worsens When Eating. Any Ideas?
Question: Hi -
I have a back pain in my lower back that radiates pain to the hips with a swollen stomach - When I eat it worsens, when stool movement it is better - But constant swollen stomach and pain.
Any Ideas what this could be and reccomendations?
Thank you
I have a back pain in my lower back that radiates pain to the hips with a swollen stomach - When I eat it worsens, when stool movement it is better - But constant swollen stomach and pain.
Any Ideas what this could be and reccomendations?
Thank you
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The distension in lower abdomen with back pain that is relieved on passing stool is likely to be due to gas and indigestion exerting pressure. A primary back muscle spasm is also a possibility.
The simple measures that are likely to help you are-
1.Certain foods, such as cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts and legumes (beans) may worsen bloating and gassiness.
2.Dietary fiber may lessen symptoms.You should drink plenty of water, and avoid soda, which may cause gas and abdominal discomfort.
3.You can use some over the counter drugs like pepto bismol, tums, imodium, entrocalm, etc for symptomatic relief.
Daily exercises along with a low fat diet will help you overcome the problems.
In case the symptoms are persistent, then consulting a physician for a physical examination and stronger prescription medicines will be helpful.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
The distension in lower abdomen with back pain that is relieved on passing stool is likely to be due to gas and indigestion exerting pressure. A primary back muscle spasm is also a possibility.
The simple measures that are likely to help you are-
1.Certain foods, such as cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts and legumes (beans) may worsen bloating and gassiness.
2.Dietary fiber may lessen symptoms.You should drink plenty of water, and avoid soda, which may cause gas and abdominal discomfort.
3.You can use some over the counter drugs like pepto bismol, tums, imodium, entrocalm, etc for symptomatic relief.
Daily exercises along with a low fat diet will help you overcome the problems.
In case the symptoms are persistent, then consulting a physician for a physical examination and stronger prescription medicines will be helpful.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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