Flatulence in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Why does it occur?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is characterized by coughing and shortness of breath. In addition, in some patients, there are also stomach problems such as gas, bloating.

1. Causes of flatulence in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Bloating is often caused by irritable bowel syndrome and prolonged anxiety. In addition, it occurs in some people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
The most commonly used treatment for sleep apnea in COPD patients is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) ventilation. Accordingly, the pushing pressure can also be the cause of stomach bloating.
Another cause of bloating in COPD is related to the way the patient swallows. People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with respiratory disorders, often swallow whole air. Ingesting too much air will cause bloating.

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On the other hand, in some people with COPD, their lungs become excessively inflated, causing air to stay in the lungs. This will change all breathing activities, more or less impact on the ribcage and abdomen, increasing pressure in the abdomen, causing bloating.

2. How to reduce bloating in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

People with flatulence should apply some of the following measures to reduce symptoms such as:
Avoid carbonated drinks and fried foods Avoid fruits that cause flatulence such as beans, broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbage Change the way you eat: Eat slowly, chew thoroughly to help reduce bloating after eating Daily exercise helps gas trapped in the stomach to escape Simethicone (Gas-X) helps to break up air bubbles, reduce flatulence.

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Flatulence can occur in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. They can cause inconvenience in daily life. Therefore, patients can minimize this condition by maintaining a healthy, appropriate diet combined with exercise. The use of the drug requires the advice of a qualified physician.
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Reference source: webmd.com

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