Question 1

i have a lot of gas?

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Slow down eating: Most gas you pass is swallowed air.  Slow down your eating so you are not swallowing air, and it should improve.  If not, then you need to be seen.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of gas?

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The symptoms of Gas include::   Abdominal bloating.

Question 3

is holding in gas bad for you?

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Not bad: But uncomfortable. Find a private place and eliminate your gas all the best.

Question 4

can you control expelling gas?

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Bloating: Eat fewer carbs and gluten. Less lactose. Beano sometimes works. Almost all of the other otc products do nothing.

Question 5

what is causing my child's gas?

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Most gas...: Most gas is swallowed air.  If it isn't burped out during the feeding, it passes a valve (pylorus) between stomach and duodenum, and from there on it's one way street down to the bottom.

Some gas is produced by bacteria in the bowel from undigested food, and when this happens it's a sign of improper digestion of whatever food caused it (milk, beans and cabbage are common culprits).

Question 6

how do i get gas out of my back?

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Impossible anatomy: I am not sure where this is coming from, but there are no organs or spaces in your back that would create or hold onto gas.  I would advise re-asking the question with symptoms and not a diagnosis.

Question 7

why does one pass gas frequently?

Accepted Answer

Passing gas: Gas in the bowels is a normal phenomenon. It is a physiological process to pass the gas as it builds up. Too frequent gas passing may have something to do with your diet. You may need to avoid "gassy" food like cauliflower, cabbage, sometimes bread, sometimes milk products, beans, lentils, and pop. Never be afraid of passing gas - it may not appear as a social norm - but who cares its a norm.

Question 8

i like pickle but they make me gas?

Accepted Answer

Pickle.: That's easy- don't take any pickle. There are plenty of other foods!

Question 9

are there any foods that absorb gas?

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No: No foods absorb gas but some help make gas.  Activated charcoal as a supplement can help absorb gas.  But if gas is a persistent problem for you, dietary modification will help.

Question 10

what's good for gas blotted feeling?

Accepted Answer

Gassy: There are several over the counter medications that may help.  First, play detective and note what foods and drinks you have been having, as dietary changes may be the best treatment for you in the avoidance of trigger foods.  Ask you Pharmacist about medications for upset stomach and feeling gassy, then get a dr. to evaluate you.  Good luck.

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