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Flatulence

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Symptoms

What Is Flatulence?

Flatulence refers to the expulsion of your digestive system under a rectum. It is experienced by every individual who passes gas 14 to 23 times in a day. In the event of the excess accumulation of gas, you might experience pressure, swelling or stomach gases.

Common Symptoms

Signs of excess gas include:

  • Bloating or a full feeling in the abdomen
  • Additional specific sounds in the stomach gurgling or rumbling.
  • Frequent burping or belching
  • Gas with a strong or foul odor
  • Aching or abdominal stiches

Causes

Flatulence may be caused by three things of various factors:

  • Consumption of high-fiber foods in excess (beans, oatmeal, broccoli) way.
  • The consumption of sugary or starchy food (bananas, grapes, sweet potatoes).
  • Fermentation of legumes and nuts in the gut.
  • Air consumption as one eats, drinks or chews gum.
  • Galactose, galactose-fructose, fructose, high fructose corn syrup intolerance (Taylor et al., 2003).
  • Seating disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome or diverticulitis.
  • Drugs, like antibiotics, etc.
Treatment

Treatment Options for Flatulence Relief and Treatment in Cypress

The treatment involves the diet, supplements, and clinical examination:

  • Diet modifications: Do not eat gastric products such as beans, cabbage, Brussels sprouts and transition to low-FODMAP to decrease the production of gas.
  • Eating habits: The patient should eat at a slow pace, thoroughly chew, and reduce consumption of carbonated or sugar-free drinks due to reduced swallowed air.
  • Supplements: To loosen gas bubbles, simethicone is to be used, probiotics have to redress the flora, and digestive enzyme blends should help breakdown the problem foods.
  • Stress management: Add relaxation apparatus-deep breathing or meditation or soft yoga- to control digestion and to reduce the development of gases.
  • Medical evaluation: Having singled out lactose intolerance, SIBO, the presence of gallstones, or other underlying causes, run breath tests, stool tests, or ultrasound.
  • Targeted treatments:Antibiotics Prescribe antibiotics. Gallbladder problems: Bile-acid agents Prescribe bile-acid medications.

Why Choose GastroDoxs?

GastroDoxs is an expert diagnostics and treatment of related conditions of flatulence and other related conditions focusing on patient-centered care and comprehensive solutions to patient digestive health. The members of our board certified team in Cypress will do the work with you to see how a tailor-made plan can be formulated to ensure that you can have sustained relief and better comfort. Register your appointment today and move the first step towards a happier and healthier gut.

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About the Author

Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can magnesium cause flatulence?

Yes. Consuming excessive levels of magnesium supplementation of the mineral can result in the creation of gas and gastric distention as the digestive tract absorbs the supplement of the mineral.

Can anxiety cause flatulence?

Yes. The stress causes your digestion to increase or go haywire when you become anxious, causing you to produce a lot of gas.

Why does flatulence smell bad?

Foods (such as eggs or cruciferous vegetables) that contain sulfur or change in the types of bacteria that reside in a specific area of the human digestive system are frequent sources of smelly gas.

Can flatulence be dangerous?

Even flatulence is, in itself is generally harmless. Nevertheless, when your bloating is severe, painful or you have other worrying symptoms, it might be an early readmission that requires attention by a doctor.

Can gallstones lead to flatulence?

They can. Gallstones can block the normal flow of bile and thus interfere with fat digestion resulting in excess gas and bloating.

Do Brussels sprouts cause gas?

Yes. Brussels sprouts also have a form of sugar by the name raffinose which is fermented by your gastrointestinal bacteria, resulting in a gas byproduct.

Can stress cause gas?

Yes. Stress impacts the gut motility and secretion, which in most cases makes your digestive system to either produce more gas or to move it faster.

Is gas a sign of pregnancy?

It can be. In early pregnancy, the hormonal changes, especially with the elevated progesterone concentration, slow down digestion and can cause the increase in the number of gas.

What causes wet flatulence?

Wet flatulence can take place in the case of an excess of mucus or loose stool in the intestines-which is usually a result of a bug attack or inflammation or an unbalanced proliferation of gut bacteria.

When should I see a specialist?

A gastroenterologist should be consulted in case you have the persistent pain, unexplainable weight loss, blood in your stool and persistent bloating which fails to ameliorate when you make lifestyle changes.

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