The nurse even mentioned gall stones. Dear Crystal, It is difficult to know the specific cause for your father's bloating. Delayed gastric emptying is a frequent cause for this type of problem. You should ask the doctor whether treatment for this problem should be tried. Gallstones are not a cause for bloating.
Gallstones cause pain.
In general terms, physicians are reluctant to attribute nonpain problems to gallstone disease. This information is presented for educational purposes. ASk specific questions to your personal doctor. Only your physician can provide specific diagnoses and therapies. All rights reserved.