Women’s health has long suffered from systemic neglect - with symptoms too often dismissed, downplayed, or misdiagnosed. Many chronic conditions that affect women are misunderstood or incorrectly ...

Often bothered by painful puffiness around your abdomen? A 2023 study published in the journal Gastroenterology estimates that one in four women feel bloated at least once a week. That’s a problem in ...

Many women experience bloating and gas during the week leading up to or during their period. These symptoms can range from mild fullness to uncomfortable swelling, often affecting daily activities.

“Ugh, I feel like I’m going to explode.” Sound familiar? We’ve all been there—those feelings of being too full, tight or swollen in the stomach, sometimes accompanied by flatulence, burping and ...

Nadya Okamoto had the perfect costume for her friend’s Rihanna-themed birthday party: a likeness of the pregnant pop star in black lingerie, based on her iconic outfit at Paris Fashion Week. Okamoto ...

Bloating is one possible symptom of a pelvic organ prolapse, but it’s not usually the main one. There are several other prolapse symptoms. A pelvic organ prolapse occurs when one or more pelvic region ...

That uncomfortable, stretched-out feeling when your belly feels like a balloon about to pop is something most people have experienced. Bloating can strike at the worst possible moments — before an ...

Wondering how to get rid of bloating? You’re in the right place, and far from alone. Because while stomach bloating may seem embarrassing—and feel uncomfortable—the condition is more common than you ...

Bloating in early pregnancy is common and usually not a cause for concern. Hormones and diet can lead to bloating during pregnancy, but there are ways to manage it. If bloating comes with severe ...

On Dr. Joseph Salhab’s TikTok page, bloating is a hot topic. The gastroenterologist, who often broadcasts from the front seat of his car and goes by “The Stomach Doc,” likely reaches more people on ...

Experiencing gas and stomach bloating can be uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing. It’s a common issue that affects many people and can be triggered by various factors, including certain foods.