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Severe bloating - diabetes related?

Vonny

Vonny

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Type 2
Hi all, I've had a bit of an iffy tum for the past 3 months, and last week while on holiday my stomach blew up to twice its size. It is still like that now. I've tried Rennies, Deflatine, Windeze and Gaviscon, all to no avail. My GP is going to refer me for an endoscopy once my I've had bloods taken (soonest I could get in is 2nd April!)
Just thought I'd throw this out there to you lovely lot in the hope anyone can let me know if they've had the same thing and it's diabetes related. I'm wondering if, after nearly 5 years, my tummy has taken agin metformin?
Also, if anyone knows any over the counter remedy that helps, I'd be grateful for the tip off. Many thanks 🙂
 
Inka said:
Is it definitely your actual stomach @Vonny ? Gynae issues can cause bloating.
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Not sure Inka, all I know is that it's uncomfortable! Didn't realise gynae issues can cause bloating as well so thanks for that. I'm also due my next bowel screen in April so any issues there should come to light.
 
If you still have your ovaries and/or uterus, get them checked out with whatever scan is needed @Vonny Bloating was a symptom of a gynae problem for one of my mum’s friends. It was a major problem but was identified and sorted. I am in no way saying you have the same, but when I read your post I thought of this woman and would think it’s something best ruled out. Maybe the GP already has, but I’d be checking that was so.
 
Inka said:
If you still have your ovaries and/or uterus, get them checked out with whatever scan is needed @Vonny Bloating was a symptom of a gynae problem for one of my mum’s friends. It was a major problem but was identified and sorted. I am in no way saying you have the same, but when I read your post I thought of this woman and would think it’s something best ruled out. Maybe the GP already has, but I’d be checking that was so.
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I should have thought of that Inka. One of my friends died from cancer of the uterus but it never occurred to me that it could happen to me 😳. Now I'm wondering whether or not to book a private scan, as the doctor never mentioned the gynae angle. Thanks so much for the heads-up.
 
Vonny said:
Not sure Inka, all I know is that it's uncomfortable! Didn't realise gynae issues can cause bloating as well so thanks for that. I'm also due my next bowel screen in April so any issues there should come to light.
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Hasn't you GP ordered one immediately? That was the first thing my GP did when I had persistent diarrhea about a year ago. (Thankfully clear)

He told me he'd ordered it and next day it arrived by post.
 
Sorry to hear about your poorly tum @Vonny

Hope you can get any relevant scans, checks, and investigations undertaken swiftly; they can let you know what might be behind it, and let you know what your options are.

Hoping for a speedy recovery for you.
 
As a rider, gp said no point doing an ultrasound as it would be to fuzzy with all the gas. So presumably that's why no gynae scan. I'll explore all options. Thank everyone xx
 
Thanks to everyone who responded to my initial post re my gut problems.

Well the tests are all being done! I had a gastroscopy last week which showed inflammation of the stomach. Biopsies taken and will be back in around 8 weeks to see if there is any infection.
I've been referred for an ultrasound on the reproductive organs.
Second stool sample to be done when I can go, if you know what I mean! Results of this will indicate if I need a colonoscopy.
Further bloods tomorrow including CA 125 which is a cancer marker.

Full marks to my surgery and Doncaster Royal Infirmary for getting these tests underway. The meds they put me on didn't touch the pain, but I got new meds today which I'm hopeful will see me through until a diagnosis is possible. I know people knock the NHS, including me when I have to queue for 30 mins before the surgery opens to get an appointment, but when the chips are down they are fantastic.

On the plus side, I decided I have a lot to contend with so I've handed in my notice and will retire on 5th May, by which time I'll officially be an Old Age Pensioner!
 
Vonny said:
Thanks to everyone who responded to my initial post re my gut problems.

Well the tests are all being done! I had a gastroscopy last week which showed inflammation of the stomach. Biopsies taken and will be back in around 8 weeks to see if there is any infection.
I've been referred for an ultrasound on the reproductive organs.
Second stool sample to be done when I can go, if you know what I mean! Results of this will indicate if I need a colonoscopy.
Further bloods tomorrow including CA 125 which is a cancer marker.

Full marks to my surgery and Doncaster Royal Infirmary for getting these tests underway. The meds they put me on didn't touch the pain, but I got new meds today which I'm hopeful will see me through until a diagnosis is possible. I know people knock the NHS, including me when I have to queue for 30 mins before the surgery opens to get an appointment, but when the chips are down they are fantastic.

On the plus side, I decided I have a lot to contend with so I've handed in my notice and will retire on 5th May, by which time I'll officially be an Old Age Pensioner!
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Hopefully the tests will reveal the problem and it will not be anything too sinister. But the sooner you get a diagnosis the better, It sounds as if the NHS has been good when needed. I hope the new meds will help your pain.
 
Hi @Vonny sorry, but cant help with the tummy problems, but being an OAP and retired has it's advantages

1) Free bus pass
2) Government pension
3) Days mean nothing
4) Every day is a holiday
5) Day time TV is your friend
6) Getting up late is not a sin
7) Drinking in the afternoon (G&T's) on a hot summers day is good for the soul

That's just a few, enjoy your new life

Alan 😉
 
Alan44 said:
Hi @Vonny sorry, but cant help with the tummy problems, but being an OAP and retired has it's advantages

1) Free bus pass
2) Government pension
3) Days mean nothing
4) Every day is a holiday
5) Day time TV is your friend
6) Getting up late is not a sin
7) Drinking in the afternoon (G&T's) on a hot summers day is good for the soul

That's just a few, enjoy your new life

Alan 😉
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8) your life fills up with things you enjoy doing
9) after 3 months you wonder how you had the time to fit in a full time job:D
 
Sorry you have had to go through all this. I had an Ultrasound last Sunday for bloating and discomfort. It was all ok but having more blood tests for heliobacter pylori bacteria which can cause bloating and pain and can lead to ulcers!!! So my thoughts are with and here's hoping all will be well. Also I agree with the above advantages of retirement
 
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