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Excess gas and a mild pinching feeling in stomach for over a week now. doctor did an eval said i was fine. stool has been loose but not diarrhea or constipation. stomach feels mildly upset, anything i can do for relief?

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Gas: To prevent excess gas formation, avoid gassy foods and carbonated beverages, and take simethicone 1/2 hour after meals and at bedtime. Consider possible lactose or gluten intolerance or try a fodmap diet. A gastroenterologist would be best to consult as needed.

Answered 4/5/2020

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A member asked:

Excess gas and a mild pinching feeling in stomach for over a week now. doctor did an eval said i was fine. stool has been loose but not diarrhea or constipation. stomach feels mildly upset, anything i can do for relief?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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