What does it mean when your stomach is hard and bloated?
1. Introduction A hard and bloated stomach typically means that excessive gas, fluid, or impacted stool has accumulated within the gastrointestinal tract, stretching the abdominal wall and creating severe internal pressure. This physical distension often results from impaired bowel motility, bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, or specific dietary intolerances that cause rapid, volatile fermentation. … Read more