- female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been feeling a hard lump in my upper stomach and having trouble passing stool, only going a little at a time. My weight has gone up, my stomach feels bloated, and my face looks puffy. What could be causing this? I had surgery to remove my womb two years ago could that be related to these stomach issues?
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Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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