What could be the reason for having bloating, abdominal pain and weight gain?
Patient: Hi, I'm 28yr old woman. I start feeling sick to my stomach at night sometimes, I've gained weight, feel bloated and sometimes get pain in my lower abdomen and sometimes right side and right back side, and my urine is cloudy and smells kind of like coffe? Really weird Doctor: Hello dear,Pain in lower abdomen associated with cloudy urine can be due to Urinary tract infection. Investigations like Urine examination (routine & microscopy) and Ultrasound of Abdomen & KUB (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder) will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis.Regarding the sensation of bloating, it can be attributed to gas formation in the stomach.Symptomatic relief can be obtained with Pantoperazole preparations (to be taken half an hour before meals)And to prevent weight gain, it is also needed that you take certain precautions regarding your diet & lifestyle, such as:1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc.4. Avoid smoking & alcohol.5. Keep away stress, think positive.6. Exercise regularly & practice meditation.There is no need to worry, you will be fine.Wishing a good health.Take care.