Things that are associated with a swollen belly syndrome include digestive issues, swallowing air, eating habits, autoimmune diseases, abnormal viscerosomatic reflex and even PMS, pregnancy, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, weight gain or a build up of fluid in your abdomen.
Digestive issues that can cause swollen belly syndrome include irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, food intolerance's and bacterial overgrowth in your small bowel.
Swallowing air can cause swollen belly syndrome.
Eating habits such as overeating, eating too fast and eating foods that are high in fiber and can cause gas can also cause swollen belly syndrome.
Autoimmune diseases that can cause swollen belly syndrome include autoimmune atrophic gastritis which can cause a feeling of fullness in your upper abdomen after eating.
Abnormal viscerosomatic reflex which is an abnormal response to the release of intestinal gas can cause your abdomen to protrude.
Gas buildup in the intestines and stomach is a common cause for a swollen abdomen.
Other causes of a swollen abdomen can include irritable bowel syndrome, gallstones, or a buildup of fluid in the abdomen, known as ascites.
A swollen abdomen occurs when your stomach area is larger than normal.
This is sometimes known as a distended abdomen or swollen belly.
Liver disease and liver cirrhosis can cause ascites, a condition where fluid builds up in your abdomen causing it to swell.