My stomach is sticking out, what could be the cause?
484009
You should go to the doctor. You might have an infection.
1139052
I actually have a doctor's appointment tomorrow for the exact same issue. Here's what my doctor told me:\nYou could have an ulcer, which obstructs the flow of food out of the stomach.\nIt could be a hernia, which presses on the same valve and causes it to shrink.\nThere could be an issue with the valve itself, in which case when they take their little implement down your throat to check you out, they'll just stretch it while they're down there.\nI'd make an appointment with a gastroenterologist just to make sure. If you have a family physician, go there first and maybe they can give you a good referral. They drug you pretty heavily for the test, so I don't think you really know what's going on. At least I hope not...
279941
Very likely a hernia. See your doctor.
761821
You're overdoing it. Be sure to do as much as you can without hurting yourself. Try to do a long set. You may have a hernia. Better get it checked out.
1092716
that first answer was great and hilarious :) does that guy even read the questions he answers?\n\nanyway, what this could be is either popping from your acetabulofemoral joint, your sacroiliac joint or your lumbar joint...\n\nor it could be any of the internal organs emitting a strange sound...\n\nit would be wise at this time to get an xray of your lower abdomen/pelvic area and see if all the structures are aligned and balanced... good luck
1038467
It is possible that the cords are just higher up than you were checking, but see a doctor *immediately*.  You may be pregnant, *and* you may have a perforated uterus.  Both are reasons to check what is going on, and *today*--don't wait.
1127177
It could be scoliosis, or it could be your back is out or a few other things.  You need to see a physician for a diagnosis.
446956
If you have recently lost a significant amount of weight, or have increased your exercising a lot, these may be a few causes, but I would talk to mom/guardian and go see the doctor if it doesn't come
1010348
Because a lot of your blood is being moved to your stomach and intestines to digest your food.  Perhaps you have low blood volume or poor circulation.  You might want to see a doctor.
540252
You may have a hernia...ask your parents/doctor to have a look...a simple surgery can alleviate your unsightly naval mass...hope this helps!
93996
Sometimes it's genetic, unfortunately.  Also, sometimes it is due to improper breathing during ab exercises.  For situps and crunches, make sure you breath out when you go up, and back in when you go down.  This will prevent the muscles from sticking out.\n\nAlso, they have proven that drinking too much soda can have the same effect that "beer belly" has, due to the amount of carbonation and sugars.
848578
It may be a cyst.  I had a baseball sized one removed in may.  It never caused me any problems, and then all of a sudden I couldn't even walk, I cried every time I had to urinate, it was horrible.  The reason why you might notice it more when you smoke is because when you breathe in you fill your abdomen up more, and that causes pressure on it.  You should get to a Dr right away, because the only way to know for sure is to get an ultrasound.  Believe me it can happen quickly!!!!!
359397
Yes it could be a sign of something else although they themselves are harmless even if they are in the way. \n  Mine are caused from PCOS so it's best to go to a doctor and make sure everything else is fine. Good luck.
924432
More than likely it's due to the pregnancy... your baby is going to be putting on weight soon so the placenta is gonna get bigger-  causing pain in your sides, back, ect. But just to be safe I would bring it up at your next check-up
424363
GO SEE A DOCTOR.  Being uncomfortable is one thing, but if you are in PAIN, go see a doctor.  It could be anything from gas to a tumor to appendixitis.
745823
Could be a cyst.  But it also could be stool in your gut.
794299
Its strange, go see a doctor.  My guess would be excess gas or food allergy...;