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A swollen abdomen is when your belly area is bigger than usual.See: Abdominal girth
Review Date: 10/26/2006

A swollen abdomen is when your belly area is bigger than usual.See also: Abdominal girth
Review Date: 11/16/2008

Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen feels full and tight. It is usually caused by gas in the bowel.
Review Date: 10/18/2006

Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen (belly) feels full and tight.
Review Date: 3/8/2008

An abdominal mass is a localized swelling or enlargement in one area of the abdomen.
Review Date: 7/17/2007

An abdominal mass is swelling in one specific part of the belly area (abdomen).
Review Date: 11/16/2008

Abdominal pain is pain that you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.
Review Date: 1/9/2007

Abdominal pain is pain that you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.
Review Date: 10/7/2009

Abdominal rigidity is stiffness of the muscles in the belly area, which can be felt when touched or pressed.
Review Date: 10/26/2006

Abdominal rigidity is stiffness of the muscles in the belly area, which can be felt when touched or pressed.
Review Date: 11/16/2008

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