Changes
in Abdominal Size and Shape
The
size of the abdomen is governed by:
- size
of internal organs
- amount
of fluid in the abdomen
- amount
of fat in the abdomen
- strength
of muscles supporting abdomen
Changes
in the size of the abdomen may be caused by:
- pregnancy
- body
fat gain
- accumulation
of gas and fluid within the stomach or intestines
- enlargement
of the liver
- abdominal
masses
- twisting
and blockage of intestines
