What Causes Extreme Abdominal Bloating And Gas Pain After Eating?

Posted on Sat, 19 Sep 2015

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Question : Hi literally minutes after I eat it feels like i have been filled with painful gas under my bra down to my navel. I have to run to the toilet. it doesn't seem to matter how healthy or if he food is fast food. This has been getting worse over the years but lately it is much worse.

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Could be due to bowel irregularities and hyperacidity

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. You seem to be suffering from hyperacidity, gastritis or gastroesophageal reflux. However, a thorough clinical examination is required to make an actual diagnois. My suggestions in such a case would be:
* Avoid long gaps between meals. Take small but frequent meals.
* Avoid chilli and spicy foods. They trigger excess gastric acid secretion and may also mess up with digestion.
* You need to take plenty of green leafy vegetables in your diet. It will provide adequate roughage and will lessen your problems.
* You need to avoid stress. Stress is a leading cause of hyperacidity.
* Take omeprazole 20 mg once a day before breakfast.
* Regular morning walk and exercise is essential to maintain proper bowel movements.
* Take fibre supplements like psyllium husk.
* Visit a doctor and get yourself evaluated thoroughly.

Hope that helps.

Regards

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