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Medical Conditions - Flatulence

Flatulence is referred to as a release of gas from the digestive system through the anus. Excess flatulence is caused due to swallowing more air than normal and other digestive issues such as indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, and small bacterial overgrowth. It cannot be stopped by it can be reduced by following some measures. You can eat food slowly and gently. Avoid eating gas-producing foods. Try taking probiotics. Avoid taking beverages.

All flatulence Q&A

How to deal with IBS-related flatulence in social situations?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. To rule out any organic causes of your disease, I advise you to get an abdominal ultrasonography.

What could cause someone to fart more than 50 times a day?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed your detailed history and also saw the images (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). This fart frequency is high.

What causes swelling on the side of the tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The bubble could be due to: Mucocele. Enlarged salivary gland duct. Local irritation. Cyst. Local oral manifestation.

I feel ashamed when I fart in public. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flatulence is a real big problem, especially if you are working and out and about often. Excessive flatulence can indicate indigestion.

I have stomach pain and swollen ankles. What could be the problem?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The stomach ache may be due to peptic ulcer. If the pain increases after consuming food, then the location of ulcer is in the stomach.

How to relieve bloating and constipation from Venlafaxine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Both your symptoms of constipation and sweating are likely as a result of Venlafaxine. It is a known and relatively common side effect.

What is the reason for uncontrollable farting and gas?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. The excess gas formation is generally because of problems with the gut bacteria and the consumption of spicy food can aggravate it.

How can loose stools and a lot of gas released from the anus be treated?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The present symptoms look more likely due to constipation.

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I experience serious acid reflux. Please help me out.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If your symptoms are so severe, you can get an upper GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopy done after consulting a gastroenterologist/physician.

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