Why am I prone to flatulence?

Nov 29, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Shen Yonghua

Introduction

In general, excessive flatulence may be caused by swallowing too much air, consuming too many gas-producing foods, indigestion, intestinal flora imbalance, or gastroenteritis. If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and undergo targeted treatment under a doctor's guidance. In daily life, adjusting dietary habits and engaging in appropriate physical activities, such as yoga or walking, may help.

Generally, the causes of excessive flatulence may include swallowing too much air, consuming too many gas-producing foods, indigestion, intestinal flora imbalance, and gastroenteritis. If discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended for targeted treatment under a doctor's guidance.

1. Swallowing excessive air: Eating too quickly or gulping food while eating can cause excessive air to enter the gastrointestinal tract during eating and swallowing, which may lead to flatulence. Slow down when eating, chew food thoroughly, eat smaller meals more frequently, and avoid overeating.

2. Consuming excessive gas-producing foods: Consuming excessive gas-producing foods, such as carbonated beverages, sweet potatoes, radishes, soybeans, etc., may result in increased gas production during digestion due to bacterial breakdown in the intestines. Adjust your diet by reducing intake of gas-producing foods and increasing consumption of easily digestible foods such as vegetables and fruits.

3. Indigestion: Consuming excessive spicy, irritating, or hard-to-digest foods can burden the gastrointestinal tract, affect normal gastrointestinal motility, cause indigestion, and subsequently lead to flatulence. Symptoms such as nausea and abdominal pain may also occur. Medications such as Simotang Oral Liquid, Domperidone tablets, and Compound Rennin Capsules may be used as directed by a physician.

4. Imbalanced intestinal flora: Improper use of probiotics, antibiotics, or other medications may lead to intestinal flora imbalance, affect food digestion, and consequently cause flatulence. Symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, or constipation may also occur. Medications such as Lactobacillus tablets, Bacillus subtilis and Bifidobacterium bifidum granules, and Bifidobacterium capsules may be used under the guidance of a qualified physician.

5. Gastroenteritis: Inflammation of the gastrointestinal mucosa caused by bacteria, viruses, poor dietary habits, or other factors may slow gastrointestinal motility and allow bacteria to produce excess gas. Symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may accompany this condition. Medications such as Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Capsules, Bismuth Potassium Citrate Tablets, and Enteritis Ning Granules may be used as directed by a physician.

In daily life, adjusting dietary habits and engaging in appropriate physical activities, such as yoga or walking, are recommended.

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Why does an 11-month-old baby have excessive flatulence?

When a baby feeds too quickly or eagerly, or cries while feeding, he or she may swallow excessive air. This air can then enter the intestines through the digestive tract, increasing the amount of gas in the body and subsequently causing increased flatulence. Adjust feeding practices to avoid rapid or overly eager feeding, and avoid feeding the baby when he or she is crying.

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Does passing gas frequently mean you've caught a chill?

In general, increased flatulence is not necessarily caused by being chilled. Whether it is related to cold exposure should be determined based on specific accompanying symptoms and triggers. If discomfort persists, timely medical evaluation is recommended. In terms of diet, chew food thoroughly and avoid consuming large amounts of gas-producing foods at once; maintain a balanced intake of whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. Keep the abdomen warm, dress appropriately according to temperature changes, and avoid direct exposure of the abdomen to cold air.