Important but uncommon causes of abdominal bloating include. 1  large intra-abdominal tumors, such as those arising from cancers of the ovarian, liver, uterus and stomach. 2  megacolon, an abnormal dilation of the colon caused by some diseases, such as Chagas disease, a parasitic infection.
Osteoporosis isnât the sole cause of spinal compression fractures; they may also be the result of injury, and certain types of cancer or tumors. Complications of Spinal Compression Fractures. Multiple spinal compression fractures can cause your spine to shrink and hunch forward, resulting in a stooped posture. This forward curvature of the spine is known as kyphosis, and it can make even the most common activities, such as walking, a challenge.
Lumbar spine arthritis often is seen together with other spinal conditions including: 1  Disc Degeneration. As the facet joints wear out in arthritic conditions of the spine, the disc can also wear out over time. 2  Spinal Stenosis. Spinal stenosis is also often seen in patients with lumbar spine arthritis. As arthritis progresses, nerves become pinched, leading to symptoms of spinal stenosis. These symptoms may include leg pain, numbness, tingling, and difficulty walking.