How to manage stomach noises with mild pain?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
My stomach is good, but I have mild pain. When I study in the library, I feel embarrassed because my stomach makes noises. Please help.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com
I read your query and can understand your concern.
The stomach sounds you are hearing are called borborygmi and are usually normal. They occur when gas and fluid move through the intestines and may become louder when you are hungry, anxious, or sitting still for a long time, such as in a library, or after irregular meals.
Mild abdominal discomfort, along with these sounds, is commonly related to gas, acidity, indigestion, or irritable bowel syndrome–type sensitivity, rather than a serious disease.
To reduce these sounds, you can:
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Try eating small, regular meals instead of having long gaps between meals.
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Avoid carbonated drinks, tea, coffee, very spicy or oily foods, and chewing gum.
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Drink warm water, eat slowly, and avoid swallowing air while eating.
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Managing stress is important because anxiety increases gut activity and makes sounds louder.
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Light physical activity and adequate sleep also help improve digestion.
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If needed, simple medicines such as antacids or Simethicone can help reduce gas.
You should consult a doctor if you experience persistent abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, unexplained weight loss, blood in the stool, vomiting, or symptoms that interfere with daily life despite dietary changes.
Otherwise, this condition is common and not dangerous, and with routine care, the embarrassment usually improves.
I hope this helps you.
Kindly revert if there are any queries.
Thank you.
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