Question
If a patient has been experiencing abdominal distension for three months and has undergone various imaging examinations and tests in multiple hospitals but the exact cause has not been found, how should they seek further assistance?
Answer
Abdominal distension is a common digestive system symptom that may manifest as a feeling of fullness in the abdominal area, either locally or throughout the body. Its causes are diverse, including gastrointestinal gas accumulation, ascites, abdominal tumors, and more. Common diseases related to abdominal distension include intestinal obstruction, tuberculosis, bacterial dysentery, chronic gastritis, liver cirrhosis, peritonitis, sepsis, gallstones, and pancreatitis. If a patient has undergone a series of examinations but remains undiagnosed, it is recommended to seek further evaluation from a specialist doctor and consider undergoing more specialized diagnostic tests to identify potential causes and develop an appropriate treatment plan.