2.5. Gastrointestinal Perceptions
Abdominal distention, gastrointestinal feelings, Flatulence, Bloating
STOMACH
Gastrointestinal perceptions were assessed using a 100 mm VAS. This questionnaire assessed how gastrointestinal feelings surrounding 4 separate categories have, on average, felt over the past 12 h. Each category was anchored by opposing statements at 0 mm and 100 mm. Abdominal comfort was anchored by “Greatly improved” and “Greatly decreased”. Abdominal distention and Bloating, Flatulence or Passage of Gas, and Rumbling of your Stomach were all anchored by “No problem” and “Very Strong”.