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My stomach is round and bloated, and it makes me look pregnant
I have been having problems with my stomach for quite a while now.
My stomach is always round and bloated ,as if i am pregnant.
I have pain most days and have severe cramps and vaginal muscle cramps/contractions during my period. I also bleed a lot.
I eat healthy,take multivitamins and drink water and no sodas or fruit drinks just fruits and veggies. I know most people have flatter stomachs even those who don't eat as well as me.
I have done research and have come to some conclusions that could fit. I think i might have a uterine fibroid or cyst,something that is making my stomach big.
I also have ugly stretchmarks even though i have never been pregnant and am not pregnant,but at times it looks like it.
If anyone has anything similar or knows anything,i would really appreciate the feedback.
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Thank you for saying that. I've had the same experience, that keeping my abdominal area warm is comforting!
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1 Reaction@lelia After reading your post I'm wondering how you got the information on what to eat and what not to eat. I am at the point where whatever I eat causes belching, bloating, distention and extreme flatulence I also have watery diarrhea and some constipation. My GI doctor has told me that there is nothing she can do for me. I saw a GI at the University of Michigan hospital but he doesn't seem to know what to do either.
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1 ReactionIt took years of trial and error, appointments, and research. The first thing you need to do is get a _diagnosis_, and I would go up to Mayo Clinic in Rochester if I were you. They are #1 in gastroenterology, which is a very complex subject. That's what I finally did after waiting 8-10 years and getting nowhere locally. Mayo diagnosed me with fructose malabsorption, so I finally had a handle on it and could have a chance figuring out what to eat and not eat. I quit eating all sugars and fruit to begin with, but it was challenging determining what vegetables I could eat because most of them have sugar. I had a lot of help from the medical librarian at the local university med. center who did research for me on lots of things. I did not find dietitians that helpful because fm is a new area for them as well and they thought it would be ok to eat some sugars and for me it was not. I cannot do low FODMAP for example. I've been to Mayo maybe 3 times totally regarding G.I. symptoms and have finally reached a point where things are basically under control and I am trying some new foods occasionally. Still have bouts of indigestion and "pay for" trying something new. Only introduce one new thing at a time so you can determine if it is ok. Good luck with this. My heart goes out to you.
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2 Reactions@lelia Thank you for your reply. Everyone is urging me to go to Mayo. I have an appointment at U of M on the 28th. The doctor I will be seeing is an intern and he seems as baffled as the GI that I was seeing in Midland, MI. Could you give me the name of the doctor you saw at Mayo? Was testing done as an outpatient? If so where did you stay while you were there? At this point, I'm living on Boost and can't eat any regular food. I looked into the FODMAP but don't think I could tolerate any of it. I have been diagnosed with radiation enteritis but I think there is more than that going on. I truly appreciate all the information you have given me. I have been dealing with the damage to my small intestine since I had colon cancer surgery in 2001. It may be true that there is nothing that can be done for me but I'm not quite ready to give up yet. I'm glad that you are doing better. It gives me hope that something can be done for me. Bless you, Elaine
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1 ReactionNice to hear from you. I've seen several g.i. doctors at Mayo. The most recent was Madhusudan Grover, who is very good. They are all very good. They probably will assign a doctor to you depending upon availability and your situation. The testing was done as an outpatient. We stayed at Springhill Suites in Rochester in case I'd be in the hospital at some point; St. Mary's Hospital is right across the street. Springhill Suites is not cheap but is so comfortable to the point of being luxurious. Tell them (or any lodging) you are in Rochester to go to the Mayo Clinic and they will give you a discount. Springhill Suites also isn't that far from the clinic buildings. The phone number for Gastroenterology is 507-284-2478 or 2875. Be sure to emphasize that you are coming for a diagnosis and/or second opinion. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know how it goes.
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1 ReactionHello im dealing with the same issue i also look 7 months pregnant it impossible for me because i dont have any ovaries or tubes only my uterus. In 2018 i had a polyp removed from my uterus it wasn't cancerous they say but im only 5 ft 5 in tall and weigh probably 145 pounds .what can i do to get rid of my pregnant looking stomach
@lelia Thank you for the information. I will have to work around my daughter's work schedule. She will be driving me to Mayo. How long did it take to get an appointment? Thank you also for your thoughts and prayers. You have been a blessing to me. Elaine
I can't remember how long it took to get an appointment. I think it depends on availability and your condition. Best of luck. BTW, Springhill Suites is a Marriott hotel.
@lelia Thanks again. Elaine
Hi, @firstlady, and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I can imagine it would be quite frustrating to feel that you look pregnant when you are not.
Hoping that members like @gaybinator @vette241@axels @nadia83 @creeknation may have some thoughts for you.
Have you had an opportunity to connect with your doctor to have them weigh in on your situation? If so, what did he or she think?