| As collagen undergoes maturation and contraction, local forces give rise to further distension of air spaces. |
| Moreover, prior studies have demonstrated that esophageal distension may be perceived as pyrosis. |
| It is often accompanied by distension and fullness of the epigastrium and abdomen, acid regurgitation, and a thick and sticky tongue coating. |
| Retention of water and fluid in the abdominal cavity gives rise to local distension. |
| The surgeon also instills fluid into the joint to provide joint capsular distension and achieve the desired 1-cm joint opening. |
| In addition, fever, neutropenia, generalized skin rash, abdominal distension, and tenderness were frequent symptoms on his admissions. |
