Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Abdominal distension is a noticeable swelling of your belly. Your abdomen (the area ...

For most people, it is that uncomfortable fullness after a meal or a swollen belly that won’t go away. It’s easy to assume that any form of bloating is a problem or something to be avoided.

Your belly is not the only body part that swells during pregnancy. Learn more about what causes swelling in pregnancy and ...