What Causes Stomach Gas And Stomach Upset After Drinking Water?

Posted on Fri, 23 May 2014

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Question : After flushing my home pluming with Clorox to solve stinky water, I ran the water for 2 hrs. to clean Clorox out. This was done two days before I drank a small amount. After drinking about 3 ounces I had had stomach Gas and bloating upset stomach. DOES THIS SOUND LIKE CLOROX POISIONING?

Answered by Dr. Matija Romic (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Problem with water

Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for asking HCM,

I understand your concern. Regarding to your symptoms, you may have problems with your water. If you run the water for two hours than clorox is not a problem. My suggestion is to examine your water supply. Until than try to avoid drinking this water or cook the water before drinking.

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