What should I do if I always experience belching, abdominal distension, and incomplete bowel movements after meals?

Sep 23, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

In the past two days, I always experience belching, abdominal distension, and a feeling of incomplete bowel movements after meals. What should I do in this situation?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua

Experiencing frequent belching, abdominal distension, and a sensation of incomplete bowel movements after meals is often related to poor digestive function. For this symptom, the following specific recommendations are suggested:

1. Adjust eating habits: Avoid overeating, eating too quickly, and consuming high-fat foods, as these may加重 the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. At the same time, moderately increasing dietary fiber intake, such as vegetables and fruits, can help improve intestinal motility and promote bowel movements.

2. Regular exercise: Regular physical activity benefits gastrointestinal health; light to moderate activities such as walking or jogging are recommended.

3. Medication: For bloating and belching, consider using microbial preparations such as Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus sporogenes, as well as gastrointestinal medications like mosapride and omeprazole to alleviate symptoms.

4. Lifestyle adjustments: Applying heat to the abdomen can help relieve bloating. Maintaining a good mood and avoiding prolonged mental stress are also important.

If symptoms persist and affect quality of life, it is recommended to visit a gastroenterology department for examinations such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy, or abdominal ultrasound to rule out organic diseases.