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What is the definition or description of: flatulence?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Flatulence: Flatulence = passing gas (flatus) via the anus.

Dr Seibert and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 5/19/2017

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