What causes swelling in abdomen after CT scan?
Patient: Since having a ctscan of my lower abdomen and pelvic region I have been experiencing a swollen/distended abdomen. I am very small and have never had a tummy and my stomach feels as if all the organs are swollen. Thank you for answering my question. Doctor: iodinated contrast may cause swelling in Lower abdomen. if you are suffering form any renal dysfunction or contrast allerfy