A member asked:

Is there any way to stop my stomach from gurgling every time i lie down? i'm young and i exercise regularly and generally have a healthy diet...

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Dr. Mohammad Ashori answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Constipation: One major cause of rumbling is constipation, your intestines pushing against hard stools. Other causes are food reactions such as lactose. However, laying down creates a reflex of pathways which cause increased peristalsis, so it's normal to have some slight rumbling.

Answered 12/12/2016

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