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I have been getting excessive gas lately, when ever i eat anything i get gas pains in chest and my sides. what can i do to fix this on going problem? does diet play a big role?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Diet can play a role. Flatulogenic foods may be the culprit. Without knowing what you eat it is hard to say if that is the only cause. A consultation with a gastroenterologist may be in order to determine if you have an underlying condition.

Answered 5/27/2022

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Reduce the amount of food intake. visit this site for info: Flatulence: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/gas-digestive-tract/eating-diet-nutrition

Answered 5/28/2022

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