Stomach gurgles? Here’s what your bowel sounds really reveal about your digestive health and hidden warning signs
Your stomach's gurgles, medically termed borborygmus, are a normal sign of a healthy, active digestive system. These sounds, caused by food, liquid, and air moving through your intestines via peristalsis, occur even when you're hungry or after eating. While generally normal, significant changes in bowel sounds might signal underlying digestive issues, prompting medical consultation.
Your stomach's gurgles, medically termed borborygmus, are a normal sign of a healthy, active digestive system. These sounds, caused by food, liquid, and air moving through your intestines via peristalsis, occur even when you're hungry or after eating. While generally normal, significant changes in bowel sounds might signal underlying digestive issues, prompting medical consultation.
