What Causes Bloating and Gas After Eating?
Disease description:
Recently, I’ve been feeling bloated and uncomfortable in my stomach after eating, and my abdomen feels hard and tight. I’m quite concerned and would like to know: What causes stomach bloating and gas after meals?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Causes of postprandial gastric bloating include the following:
1. Excessive air ingestion during meals—e.g., eating too quickly (bolting food) or eating while emotionally stressed.
2. Chronic constipation leading to gastrointestinal motility dysfunction.
3. Excessively greasy or fatty diet, disrupting the gut microbiota and resulting in bloating.
4. Untreated intestinal disorders, such as *Helicobacter pylori* infection or gastritis.
