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I'm a 28 year-old female. what causes excessive gas (at times feels trapped under shoulder blade & sometimes can't pass), bloating, burping, and back pain?

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

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Gas: Gas is formed from swallowing air, bacterial production or fermentation. Changing your diet and adding good bacteria( probiotics) can help. Simethicone is a medicine used for gas.

Answered 7/6/2018

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A member asked:

I'm a 28 year-old female. what causes excessive gas (at times feels trapped under shoulder blade & sometimes can't pass), bloating, burping, and back pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

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