What Causes Discomfort And Difficulty In Belching?

Posted on Tue, 31 Mar 2015

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Question : it feels like I have to burp but I can't

I feel it in my throat no pain but uncomfortable

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Following advice...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns.

Feeling like to have to burp is indicating that you are having problems with:
- gas
- acid reflux/gastritis

I advise to:
- take simethicone to ease gas
- avoid foods that would cause gas
- eat often and small portions
- avoid laying down immediately after eating
- take antacids to regulate stomach pH

If no improvement, and if the symptoms will persist/get aggravated, then, should consult with GI specialist for further evaluations.

All the best!
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar