Flatulence, bloating, indigestion: Causes and treatment

Stomach bloating can appear when eating too quickly and too much, especially gaseous foods that are difficult to digest. So, when the patient has a full stomach, what should the patient do, how to handle it?

Bloating, indigestion, bloating can be caused by an immediate eating situation, but it can also be caused by some chronic digestive diseases for a long time.
1.1 Immediate causes of gas, indigestion, bloating Improper eating: Ingesting a lot of air due to improper eating when eating too fast, drinking carbonated drinks, using a straw when drinking, chewing candy chewing gum, eating hard candy, wearing dentures that are not suitable, having a habit of smoking, regularly using stimulants such as coffee, alcohol, beer, ... can create a lot of gas in the abdomen and cause bloating , distention. Eat more gas-producing foods: Some foods are very good for the body and are used regularly that can cause gas and indigestion such as beans, dairy products, cereals, cabbage. The patient is suffering from constipation. People who are often stressed or have a chronic illness. 1.2 Long-term causes of flatulence, indigestion, bloating Indigestion due to food intolerance: Indigestion can be a condition in which the body is intolerant to a certain substance in food such as gluten, lactose, fructose. Gluten intolerance, also known as Celiac disease, is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the small intestine to reduce the absorption of gluten from foods. Lactose intolerance occurs when consuming dairy products and causes bloating and indigestion. Fructose intolerance occurs when eating fruits and certain vegetables. Intestinal bacterial overgrowth: When the amount of acid in the stomach decreases or the small intestine muscles reduce contraction, it will create conditions for bacteria in the stomach and small intestine to grow and lead to an excess of bacteria in the small intestine. . In addition to bloating and indigestion, this condition can also cause abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fatigue. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): When stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, it not only causes heartburn but also can cause pain in the abdomen, chest, bloating, indigestion, choking on food, bad breath, and pain. throat. Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Irritable bowel syndrome is related to the body being sensitive to the nerves in the intestines, stress, stress, genetics, or a condition where food stays in the large intestine for too long or too short. . Irritable bowel syndrome affects the intestines and digestive process and can last from a few days to a few months and includes symptoms of gas, indigestion, bloating, and abdominal cramps (which may subside after a bowel movement). convenience), diarrhea, constipation.

In addition, some other diseases of the digestive system such as symptoms of bloating, abdominal distension, indigestion can be caused by some other serious diseases in the digestive system such as peptic ulcer, stomach cancer. gastritis, intestinal obstruction, Giardia parasitic infection, chronic inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease), ...
Besides, the use or treatment of the disease with some drugs such as pain reliever, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure , diabetes, antibiotics, birth control, ... can also cause gas, indigestion, bloating.
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2.1 Medicines to treat flatulence, dyspepsia, and bloating When suffering from bloating, gas and indigestion, some of the following drugs can help relieve symptoms such as:
Alpha-galactosidase-containing drugs: Some drugs have ingredients such as: Alpha-galactosidase such as Beano, Digesta, Gas-Zyme 3X has the effect of breaking down natural sugars found in some foods such as cereals, legumes and vegetables, medicines used before eating. Medicines containing Simethicone: Some drugs that contain Simethicone such as Mylanta Gas, Gas-X work to help pass through the digestive tract faster, thereby, reducing symptoms of bloating, indigestion, and abdominal distension. Lactase-containing drugs: Lactase-containing medicines are used to break down lactose in some foods, and are used by people who are lactose intolerant. Note, children under 3 years old, pregnant or lactating women should not take Lactase. SEE ALSO: Cabbage cures bloating and indigestion

2.2 Preventing flatulence, indigestion, bloating Changing your lifestyle, eating habits, giving up some other harmful habits, ... can help prevent indigestion, specifically:
Eat Drink properly: Patients need to avoid eating too much in one meal, instead, can eat in small meals. Pay attention to eat slowly, chew thoroughly so that the food is easily digested when going to the stomach. In addition, it is also necessary to limit foods that cause bloating and indigestion such as dairy products, butter, legumes, grains, foods rich in indigestible carbohydrates, high in fiber, carbonated drinks, foods. eating spicy, hot, acidic, .... Change habits: Smoking is one of the habits that causes accumulation and excess of air in the stomach, causing gas, indigestion, and abdominal distension. Therefore, you should give up this bad habit to avoid bloating and indigestion. In addition, patients also need to limit other stimulants such as alcohol, beer, coffee, ... are drinks that cause bloating. Gentle exercise: Gentle movement such as walking, yoga, ... helps the gas in the body move better and easily escape. Hot compress: When you have a full stomach, relaxing your abdominal muscles by taking a warm bath can help the gas that has accumulated in the stomach to escape more easily. SEE ALSO: Cure full stomach indigestion with acupressure massage

Indigestion flatulence causes abdominal discomfort, can even cause abdominal pain. This condition can go away on its own and is not too serious. However, if you often experience bloating, indigestion and are accompanied by the following symptoms, the patient should visit a doctor for appropriate advice and treatment:
Anorexia, loss of appetite. Change in bowel habits. Blood in the stool or urine. Unexplained weight loss. The body is tired and weak. Bloating, indigestion, and bloating are common symptoms of a number of diseases in the digestive tract. Most of these conditions are self-limiting and preventable with proper nutrition. In addition, some medications prescribed by doctors and instructions also work to reduce symptoms of flatulence and bloating. In case the use of the drug does not cure, the patient should go to a hospital with a gastroenterology specialist for timely examination and treatment.
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