What causes bloating, and how can you reduce it safely in Europe?

Bloating explained: gas accumulation, IBS, food intolerance, hormonal factors, gut motility, and medical assessment criteria.

In this episode, we outline physician-backed strategies to manage abdominal bloating and how doctors distinguish functional digestive symptoms from underlying disease.

You’ll learn:

• Common causes such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and dietary triggers

• The role of high-FODMAP foods in gas production

• How constipation contributes to abdominal distension

• Why hormonal changes can worsen bloating

• When probiotics or fibre modification may be considered

• Red flag symptoms such as weight loss, persistent pain, vomiting, or blood in stool

• Situations where medication requests may be declined pending further investigation

We explain how doctors assess symptom duration, bowel habit changes, diet history, stress levels, medication use, and family history of gastrointestinal disease during an online consultation in the EU. Persistent or progressive bloating may require laboratory testing or imaging.

This episode reflects the clinical standards used by Mobi Doctor, where gastrointestinal consultations are reviewed by a registered physician in line with EU medical guidance.

Read the full guide and transcript here:

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/tips-from-a-physician-on-how-to-combat-bloating