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Suggest Treatment For Severe Flatulence
Hi I am 55 yrs old, female have had my gallbladder removed several years ago. In the last 6 months I have been having really bad constant wind from both chest area and rectal. I have tried different medications which have not helped at all. At times after I have eaten a meal I am sick any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
Mon, 16 Nov 2015
Hi,
Welcome to health care magic,
Excessive flatulence with belching (wind from both chest area and rectal as stated by you) could be due to excess gas production in stomach or excess carbohydrate diet or lactose intolerance.
The main thing that you need to understand from is that excessive flatulence is condition that needs to be targeted through multiple approaches.
Probiotics will help greatly, but what is also important are the other aspects we need to concentrate on which includes:
1) Have 5-6 small meals instead of 2-3 large ones: This prevents leaving your stomach empty for long duration of time which in turn causes gas formation.
2) Avoid all those food items that can cause increased gas production (eg. Lentils, potatoes, carbonated drinks, oats, sugar-containing drinks, pasta, beans, candy, gum, milk and dairy products, onions, green peppers, onions, celery, apricots, bananas, pears, peaches, etc.)
3) Drink plenty of water between all your meals as staying hydrated is crucial in preventing gas production
4) Avoid a lifestyle in which you sit in one place for long. Make sure you move around and have at least a 30-minute walk as part of your daily exercise.
5) Avoid smoking and alcohol if you take.
Once you make sure you approach all these aspects, I am sure along with the probiotic (sporolac-DS) used, you will surely feel a great improvement.
If still symptoms persists then you can consult gastroenterologist for further advice who will know about all the necessary investigations and treatment.
Regards,
Welcome to health care magic,
Excessive flatulence with belching (wind from both chest area and rectal as stated by you) could be due to excess gas production in stomach or excess carbohydrate diet or lactose intolerance.
The main thing that you need to understand from is that excessive flatulence is condition that needs to be targeted through multiple approaches.
Probiotics will help greatly, but what is also important are the other aspects we need to concentrate on which includes:
1) Have 5-6 small meals instead of 2-3 large ones: This prevents leaving your stomach empty for long duration of time which in turn causes gas formation.
2) Avoid all those food items that can cause increased gas production (eg. Lentils, potatoes, carbonated drinks, oats, sugar-containing drinks, pasta, beans, candy, gum, milk and dairy products, onions, green peppers, onions, celery, apricots, bananas, pears, peaches, etc.)
3) Drink plenty of water between all your meals as staying hydrated is crucial in preventing gas production
4) Avoid a lifestyle in which you sit in one place for long. Make sure you move around and have at least a 30-minute walk as part of your daily exercise.
5) Avoid smoking and alcohol if you take.
Once you make sure you approach all these aspects, I am sure along with the probiotic (sporolac-DS) used, you will surely feel a great improvement.
If still symptoms persists then you can consult gastroenterologist for further advice who will know about all the necessary investigations and treatment.
Regards,
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