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Understanding and Addressing Excessive abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, inflamed gut, gassy feeling):
A Functional Medicine Approach
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Understanding and Addressing Excessive abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, gassy feeling) - A Functional Medicine Approach
Excessive abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, gassy feeling) is a common and often distressing digestive issue that affects many people. It can lead to discomfort about social situations involving food, and a significant decrease in quality of life. While traditional medicine may not always provide answers, functional medicine offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing the excessive abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, gassy feeling)
Dr. Paul, a functional medicine doctor, explains that this uncomfortable feeling can have multiple causes, making it crucial to identify the root of the problem. Some common reasons may be:
- Food sensitivities
- Low stomach acid
- Lack of digestive enzymes
- Poor gallbladder health
- Bacterial overgrowth
- Candida
- Parasitic infections
- Lack of beneficial gut flora
Many people experience a pattern where this feeling worsens throughout the day, often becoming most severe after dinner. This can be due to the accumulation of food consumed and stress experienced throughout the day.
For proper digestion, several factors need to work in harmony:
- Adequate stomach acid production
- Sufficient pancreatic enzyme function
- Proper gallbladder function to release bile
- Good gut motility
When these elements are compromised, it can lead to various digestive issues, including excessive abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, gassy feeling).
Food sensitivities and allergies can both contribute to this feeling, albeit through different mechanisms.
Food sensitivities often result from inadequate breakdown of food proteins, leading to immune reactions and subsequent abdominal distention. Allergies, on the other hand, involve IgE-mediated responses that can cause more immediate and potentially severe reactions.
When it comes to food, common culprits include high-carbohydrate processed foods, foods that break down into sugar, gluten, dairy, and high FODMAP foods. These can feed harmful gut bacteria, leading to gas production and excessive abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, gassy feeling).
Dr. Paul emphasizes the importance of a "test, don't guess" approach in functional medicine. By identifying the specific causes of an individual through comprehensive testing, practitioners can develop personalized protocols and plans. This may involve addressing food sensitivities, improving digestive function, balancing gut flora, or resolving infections.
While the timeline for improvement can vary depending on the severity and complexity of the underlying issues, many patients see progress within the first three months of starting Dr. Paul's plan. More significant improvements are often observed around the six-month mark.
It's important to note that even when traditional medical tests come back negative, functional medicine can often provide insights by examining issues at the microscopic and cellular level. This approach allows practitioners to identify and address the root causes that may not be visible through conventional diagnostic methods.
In conclusion, this is a complex issue that requires a thorough investigation of its underlying causes. By adopting a functional medicine approach, individuals suffering from persistent abdominal swelling/distention (stuffed feeling, gassy feeling) can successfully get to the root cause(s) and find hope for long-lasting relief and improved digestive health.
What can you expect in working with Restorative Health Solutions?
Learn how we can dramatically lower the recurrence of your symptoms:
At Restorative Health Solutions, we strive to get to the root cause of the symptoms/condition and help patients reach their optimal health. We also guarantee to replace the one-size-fits-all approach with a personalized plan for you!
How we can dramatically lower the recurrence of your symptoms:
1. Our comprehensive initial assessment with you.
2. State-of-the-art lab testing that we use strategically to eliminate the guessing and to get to the root cause of your symptoms.
3. Our functional medicine and functional neurology experience is comprehensive and gets to the root cause(s). The result of this approach is that our patients have a better chance at being healthier long-term with much lower recurrence rates of the problem. One example: we find that SIBO patients typically experience about a 70% recurrence rate, outside of RHS. With our approach to SIBO, we have seen less than 10% of SIBO patients have their symptoms return after the initial symptom-free timeframe, after working with our doctor(s).
If you or a loved one are having any strange GI symptoms, fatigue, skin issues, brain fog, or they're interested in getting a thorough and complete work-up, we’d be happy to help. If you are already working with another doctor or practitioner we are very comfortable coordinating care with them. Please don't hesitate to ask questions. We're here to help!
We look forward to working with you on optimizing your gut health and improving your quality of life.
Sincerely,
Dr. Paul Deglmann, DC, DACNB, FACFN and Dr. Kyle Warren, DC, CFMP
Owners at Restorative Health Solutions
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FAQs:
Do you offer virtual consultations?
At Restorative Health Solutions we offer both in-person and virtual consultations. Feel free to share your preference with our front desk when you reach out. *We do not work with patients that live outside of the United States.
How much is the 15-minute phone consultation?
Your first phone call is complementary and on us.
Typically how long are the appointments?
The initial appointment after the first phone call is 1 hour on average. Follow-up visits are usually 30 minutes.
How many visits will I need?
This of course, depends on your unique situation and plan for recovery! Typically, our follow-up visits are every 3-6 weeks in the initial phase of the protocol and every 3-6 months for maintenance or wellness visits. Telehealth options are also available.
Are there any patient benefits to not using insurance?
Our clinic does not accept insurance, and this allows us to work individually with our patients, have longer appointments with you, and use our "One-Size-Fits-One Approach" so we can customize a plan for YOU! Typically, new patients that come to us have suffered for a long time, only relying on in-network options while not get their questions answered as their symptoms worsen. We attribute our high patients success rates by working out-of-network, running the tests that apply to you and your unique case.
Do I need a doctor referral to come see you?
No, you do not! We see people referred by doctors, friends and family, and those that are taking charge of their own health.
I am not sure what tests have been run by my MD already? Will you be willing to talk to them on my behalf?
Yes, absolutely! We routinely look at the previous testing you have already run. Please share as much as you can and we will take it from there.
I am already taking supplements or antibiotics? Can what you do still help me?
Yes, absolutely! Managing your gut microbiome while on Antibiotics is crucial! We can review all your supplements with you. Please note, it's not just about taking the supplements. Taking the right supplements, in the right sequence, and the right way is crucial for long-term improvement. If you do it right, you shouldn't need to be on supplements forever! Bring them for your first visit and we will review them together!
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After seeing several other medical Doctors, I invested in Dr. Paul as a last resort. I'm so thankful for him and how he not only addressed my concerns, but also helped me understand the root cause of what was bothering me. I've recommended him to a couple other family members and friends, and he's helped them in the same way. I highly recommend this clinic and following closely to whatever protocols they recommend!
-Elizabeth S.
Before working with Dr Paul I was gassy, constipated, waking up for hours nightly and experienced stomach aches daily. After thorough testing, Dr Paul was able to pin point food sensitivities, which nutrients I was lacking and parasites that were causing discomfort. After a few weeks of changing my diet and adding supplements, I started to feel amazing! The stomach aches and constipation are no longer issues and I now sleep great! I continue to see Dr Paul for maintenance and could not recommend him enough!
-Angela H.
Today I visited RHS with Dr. Paul to go over some of my test results for food sensitivities. I started sobbing at the appointment (happy tears) because I have never felt so heard & seen by a Dr. Dr. Paul is an amazing listener and kept my lifestyle in mind when helping me find solutions. If you have been dealing with gut issues, stomach issues this is your place! Couldn’t recommend more.
-Kit K.
I had been struggling with gut issues for years. I was told by a GI specialist I had IBS and they recommended a very restrictive diet that actually deprived me of eating healthy foods. Needless to say I was not improving, so I did some searching and found Dr. Paul at restorative health solutions and within a month or two was feeling significantly better (more energy, less abdominal pain, able to exercise). I was very diligent with my plan, so there is some self discipline required, but definitely worth it! In addition, what I appreciated most was the guidance, support, time, and education he provided me with, which has been unmatched to any other healthcare provider I’ve been to! Easy five stars!
-Nicole C.
Thank you to Dr. Paul and all of the staff at RHS. I was able to get a lot of good information from the tests offered and I am very grateful that you were able to assist family members I have referred as well. I appreciate the collaborative spirit at RHS as seen with all of the staff, but also between staff and patients. RHS empowers patients to be active participants in their own healing journey, just as it should be.
-Nicole F.
I have been seeing Dr. Deglmann of Restorative Health Solutions for several years now and have overcome many heath challenges thanks to him. My first time at RHS was due to {constant} fatigue. As a freshman in high school, this was debilitating as it was difficult to make it through the school day followed by sports and time with friends. Bloodwork also revealed I had gut parasites around this same time. After working with Dr. Deglmann, I finally felt energized again! No more mid day crashes or gut bugs…ew. I’ve continued coming to RHS, which serves as my primary care, and have never felt better! I have recommend RHS to friends and strangers struggling with unknown health problems and have only heard great things about their experiences.
-Lauren M.
The entire staff at RHS is amazing! The doctors are so accessible, and have great compassion! These people have brought hope to what seemed like a hopeless diagnosis! I cannot recommend them enough.
-Joleen L.
Dr. Deglmann & Dr. Warren are amazing professionals. They truly care so much about their patients and work towards reasonable goals with their clients. The health of my family and myself is better than ever due to their practices. I would recommend Restorative Health Solutions to anyone!!
-RHS Patient
Highly recommend going here if you’re looking to feel better and keep hitting a wall with traditional approaches. I had been struggling with symptoms since 2011 that my PCP, endocrinologist, rheumatologist, chiropractor, massage therapist, personal trainer, you name it, couldn’t solve. Joint pain, fatigue, brain fog, memory issues, nausea, weight loss, sleep issues, weakness, etc…Dr. Deglmann and Dr. Warren took a thorough look through my medical records and recommended blood tests I had never heard of before....6 months of supplements and a modified diet and I feel the healthiest and strongest I ever have. I am so grateful to have found this resource.
-Nicole H.
I arrived at Restorative Health Solutions feeling extremely fatigued, had brain fog and not a high quality of life. I was just getting through the day.
After being treated I now have energy and a sense of well-being. I feel like I am now being proactive on having a healthy life. I am grateful for having found Restorative Health Solutions.
-T. Lancello
I have had nothing but great attitudes, communications and health care from all involved here. The thorough investigation and tenacious problem solving have moved me to refer at least 4 of my friends...life long issues are being explained and dealt with!!!
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A place that really cares about helping people that really need help. They are there to help and answer any question when needed. Very prompt. Thank you RHS for the start of a new beginning.
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