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Flatulence

Also called: Gas

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The treatment of excessive intestinal gas depends on the cause. If there is maldigestion of specific sugars -- lactose, sorbitol, or fructose -- the...
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Flatulence (farting) is the act of passing intestinal gas from the anus. Gas in the gastrointestinal tract has only two sources. It is either...
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Gas problems are treated by changing your diet and by training yourself to swallow less air. There are also prescription and over-the-counter (OTC)...
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Changing your diet, quitting smoking, and avoiding chewing gum and carbonated drinks may limit the amount of gas you pass.Dairy products are more of...
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Gas is a product of digestion that is made primarily of odorless vapors -- carbon dioxide, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and sometimes methane. The...
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First, obtaining a patient's medical history is important because it directs the evaluation. If the bloating/distention is continuous rather than...
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There are a number of things that could be contributing to your gas symptoms.  The growling stomach you mention is actually your intestines...
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This a great question that you can always ask your pharmacist. Yes, these are common side effects from the medication. It is very important that you...
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Changing your diet, quitting smoking, and avoiding chewing gum and carbonated drinks may limit the gas you pass. Dairy products are more of a culprit...
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There are three situations in which abnormally increased amounts of gas are produced in the colon. Malabsorption of sugars and carbohydrates. Reduced...
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Gas relief medications, specifically simethicone products, have been used in every age group, including infants. One important tip is to pay...
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It depends on the form of vitamin B12 you are taking. Gastrointestinal side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin or vitamin B12 given by...
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These tips can help minimize your baby’s gas and relieve it more easily: Feed her in the right position. “When you’re nursing or bottle-feeding, try...
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Thats what happen to me I went thru many meds before trying omeprazole which is perscribed by dr but if you want otc zegrid otc is the only one that...
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