jayru
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 Posted: 03/26/06 - 23:57 Post subject: Excessive Flatulence |
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For the past two years i've had a problem with controlling my flatulence. I am just 18. I am aware that everybody has flatulence and it's very normal releasing it. However, whenever I become nervous or sometimes when I am calm it comes and I can't control it. Perhaps there is some muscle that needs to be fixed? When this whole situation began I had been constipated for three months and thereafter I have not been restored to having completely healthy stools, though I have tried being regular ever since. I have noticed occasionally my stomach becomes very flat to the point where it almost hurts when this problem arises. One other symptom is that I am overcome with an unusual hunger. I recognize that this hunger is not normal. It feels almost as if a small section of my stomache is being emptied. Before this all happened, my usual hunger pains would be spread throughout my whole stomach area.
It is an extremely debilitating problem for me. I feel like I can't have a normal lifestyle anymore. I have seen the doctor but their suggested laxatives do not work. I have also tested negative for intestinal worms. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. |
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Laylah
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| Posted: 03/31/06 - 10:27 Post subject: |
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Hi there! I am certain that the problem is in the food you are eating, how you are eating and you may have some problems with enzymes in your system.
What causes flatulence is too much carb in your nutrition. When carbs are not processed well and they reach the colon, they are attacked by bacteria that lives there and you may suffer from gas and the bad smell. Indigestible foods like milk for example can also make you fart. I get it all the time because I drink my coffee with a lot of milk, this is what makes me fart.
You may be swallowing gas when you are eating or chewing gums. In order to prevent air swallowing, you should chew your food very well. Sometime excessive air makes you only burp but sometimes the air may go deep in the digestive tract and make you fart.
Certain intestinal infections could cause flatulence, bloating, cramps.
So, make sure to cut down on foods that contribute to flatulence, chew your food properly and you may even try herbs like chamomile and peppermint that help with flatulence. You may even mention enzyme problem to your doctor and see if there was a way to regulate the problem.
Here are some of the foods you would like to avoid: apples, apricots, onions, peaches, pears, beans, broccoli, dairy products, carrots, nuts, popcorn, raisins, tuna and soybean-many stuff that are really healthy. |
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