Rotten egg or sulfur-smelling burps are known as egg burps. It is due to the presence of hydrogen sulfide gas in the stomach as a result of the digestive process. Foods rich in protein and beer cause egg burps. Apart from the above conditions, gastric esophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, H.pylori-induced upper gastrointestinal tract infection, etc., cause egg burps.
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What could be the reason for my symptoms like stomach ache, burping and chest heaviness?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 25 years old. I am suffering from stomach ache with burping sounds. Sometimes food also comes back into the mouth from the throat. I have pain in the ribs and chest more during the night and early morning. I feel like something is stuck in my chest with feels heavy, and I am unable ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). All your symptoms are very typical of GERD. Kindly follow the following management plan and you will be doing well. Read Full »
Is endoscopy needed for constant burping?
Query: Hello doctor, My son took Accutane to treat his acne and stop taking the same. His acne is gone but he said he started having burping sometime after he took Accutane, mostly every day in the morning and whenever he eats. To prevent his burping he does not eat much. He does not feel bloated nor pa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for providing a detailed history of your son. This excessive burping usually occurs due to aerophagia. Patient is usually not aware of it and they swallow a lot of air during eating or drinking. We normally swallow a little air and we sometimes have one or two... Read Full »