Brief Answer:
Consult surgeon if growling is recent onset and increasing in frequency

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,
Thanks for writing in to us.

I have read through your query in detail.
Please find my observations below.

1. You might be experiencing borborygmi which is a medical term for the growling noises originating from the digestive system when fluids and food pass through it.

2. It happens due to the contraction of the bowel wall during the passage of fluids and food which is mixed with air inside the bowel.

3. In most people stomach growling is considered normal if it happens occasionally. However, if it is happening regularly and increasing in intensity and frequency then in might indicate a possible bowel obstruction which might be partial or sub acute in nature if there are no other symptoms.

4. If it is happening for many months or years and with a regular frequency then it is likely to be due to advancing age.

5. Should the growling or borborygmi be occurring recently over last few days to weeks and increasing in frequency then it is suggested that you consult a surgeon.

Hope this answers your question. Please feel free to correct any oversight in my interpretation of your problems and discuss them in detail as per your requirements.

Hope your query is answered.
Do write back if you have any doubts.

Regards,
Dr.Vivek

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