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What Exactly Is Hard Belly? What Is Your Experience With It?does It Concern Bowl Movements Or Gas? Embarrassing

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It is when fat does not distribute evenly in your body and it gravitates toward your stomach and over the years that fat becomes hard. A lot of it has to do with the side effects of your medication but you should talk to your doctor immediately because a lot of times this cannot be reversed.

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Hard belly, also known as HIV-related lipohypertrophy, refers to the accumulation of hard, visceral fat around the organs in the abdomen. This fat causes a firm, protruding abdomen, different from soft subcutaneous fat. It is not directly related to bowel movements or gas but can cause physical discomfort and other health Show Full Answer

Hard belly, also known as HIV-related lipohypertrophy, refers to the accumulation of hard, visceral fat around the organs in the abdomen. This fat causes a firm, protruding abdomen, different from soft subcutaneous fat. It is not directly related to bowel movements or gas but can cause physical discomfort and other health issues. If you're experiencing concerns, discussing them with your healthcare provider can help. For more, visit url: https://www.myHIVteam.com/resources/hard-belly-....

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