Excessive flatulence is characterized by frequent elimination of gases from the body.
Generally, the human being excretes 700 ml of gases per day, however, sometimes the volume of gas excreted exceeds this amount causing discomfort and embarrassment.
Causes of Excessive Flatulence
The causes of excessive flatulence may be related to several factors, such as: anxiety, gastrointestinal problems, food intolerances, sedentary lifestyle and poor eating habits.
Symptoms of Excessive Flatulence
Flatulence may be accompanied by the following symptoms:
- Abdominal Cramps
- Dilated Abdomen
- Rigid Abdomen
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
Treatment for Excessive Flatulence
The presence of gas does not indicate any serious illness, thus, flatulence can be reduced with the following habits:
- Do not talk while you are feeding, to avoid ingesting air.
- Avoid chewing gum.
- Avoid drinking fizzy drinks.
If the individual presents with excessive flatulence other symptoms such as anus bleeding, weight loss, anorexia and anemia, you should seek a doctor to diagnose the source of the problem.
Useful links:
- How To Stop Excessive Flatulence
- Home remedy for flatulence
