Living With Bloating and Tummy Trouble? When to Consider a Lipase Test

Bloating, Discomfort and Tummy Trouble: Could Your Pancreas Be the Culprit?

Ongoing tummy discomfort, bloating, and mild abdominal pain are common for many in the UK, but when are these symptoms more than just an inconvenience?

What Are the Signs Your Gut Needs a Closer Look?

• Chronic bloating—especially after eating fatty foods
• Mild, recurrent pain in the upper abdomen
• Fatigue, nausea, or a feeling of fullness quickly
• Changes in bowel habits with no clear cause

The Science: Your Pancreas, Lipase and Digestion

Your pancreas makes lipase, an enzyme vital for digesting dietary fats. When the pancreas struggles—due to stress, illness, or inflammation—lipase levels in your blood can change. This can affect fat digestion, leading to discomfort or changes in your digestive pattern.

Don't ignore bloating and discomfort. These can be early signs of deeper digestive issues, including those involving your pancreas.

Practical Steps for Sensitive Digestion

• Eat small, regular meals instead of large ones
• Reduce fried, fatty foods and heavy dairy
• Stay well hydrated
• Track symptoms and triggers in a food diary
• Get tested if symptoms persist

Getting Checked With a Mayfield Home Lipase Test

The Lipase Home Blood Test Kit provides a quick, UK-lab analysed snapshot of your pancreatic health using just a tiny capillary blood sample. Results are available within 1 working day. You can also choose an in-person test at Mayfield Clinic for a deeper assessment.

When to Seek Further Help

If you develop severe symptoms—such as intense abdominal pain, vomiting, or jaundice (yellowing of the eyes)—seek urgent medical advice.

Find out if your pancreas is behind your bloating. Order a Lipase Home Blood Test Kit from Mayfield Clinic or book an in-person test. Get answers and take control of your digestive health today!