Stomach Gas

Overview

Stomach gas is one of the most common problems experienced by almost all individuals. When food is not digested properly, or the bowel system is malfunctioning, you might experience what is known as stomach gas. This type of gut problem indicates various stomach-related issues, chronic illness, and certain drug-abuse. In general, gas developed in the stomach causes other related problems like bloating, burp, flatulence, etc. Severe gas problems can also develop pain in the stomach or abdomen, irritable bowel, constipation, and many more.

Stomach gas is often very normal and goes away on its own. Many people prefer homemade remedies for the treatment of stomach gas, which at times, is effective. However, when the condition becomes serious, you shouldn't avoid medical attention because this commonest of the gut problems can be very troublesome. Excess stomach gas trapped inside your body can cause back pain, neck pain, dizziness, headaches, and severe heart-related pain (which resembles a heart attack in most cases). At our clinic, you will find one of the best gastroenterologists in Delhi, who has expertise in diagnosing stomach gas exact causes. Our expert doctor provides effective treatment with certain prescribed drugs and encourages all to adopt a healthy lifestyle.

What are the symptoms of stomach gas?

Gas in the stomach can be discomforting and a painful situation, and it can be detected if any person suffers from the below symptoms:

• Burping
• Passing of gas from anus (also termed as flatus)
• Pain in the stomach and abdomen region
• Cramps
• Abdominal and stomach muscle contraction causing pressure and discomfort
• Nausea
• Visible expansion of the abdomen (distention) and stomach (bloating)
• Appetite loss
• Indigestion

If you have been suffering from a gastritis attack for many days without any relief, you should immediately rush to the gastroenterologist expert to treat stomach gas.

What causes stomach gas?

Gas in the stomach is caused not by one or two reasons. Multiple causes can be behind this gut issue. Understand these causes so you can avoid them in the future and get a healthy, gas-free, and happy stomach.

• Unhealthy lifestyle -improper sleep, junk food consumption- are a primary factor that triggers stomach gas in many individuals.
• High fibrous foods also play a role in causing gas in the stomach. As they feed and digest the fiber, the bacterias in the colon produce gas as a by-product. So too much fiber content in your daily food can secretly trigger stomach gas.
• Swallowing air as you eat or chew certain types of food and drink. When you consume carbonated drinks, chew on gums, or smoke, you inhale and swallow air simultaneously, which goes directly into your stomach and causes gas.
• It is always advisable to chew the food properly and eat. Those people who chew food fast and swallow it quickly can have indigestion, which also factors gas production in the stomach.
• Chronic intestinal disorders like Crohn's disease, bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, and others can contribute to excess stomach gas.
• Constipation and stomach gas are interlinked. Stomach gas can be increased by constipation as the gas remains trapped inside your body and can't exit normally.
• Several other foods might also be causing the gas in your stomach, and you were unaware of it till now. Here's the list of foods, excessive consumption of which can give you stomach gas.
  • Dairy products like milk, cheese, butter, ice cream, etc. - the lactose makes your stomach more gas-sensitive
  • Cauliflower and broccoli
  • Cabbage
  • Wheat flour items like bread (one main reason is the yeast used in its preparation)
  • Beans
  • Asparagus
  • Apples
  • Peaches

Prevention for Stomach Gas

Stomach gas can be prevented by properly following a healthy lifestyle. You can make changes in the daily diet, which you can start by noting which food or food products cause gas in your stomach. Try consuming those food items in minimal quantities or on alternate days. You can also skip the intake of such foods and see if the stomach gas is controlled. Here are some of the things you can do:

• Avoid consuming carbonated beverages and alcoholic drinks regularly.
• Quit smoking
• Identify which foods cause stomach gas and try to minimize their intake.
• Try to drink as much water as you can - it neutralizes acid in your stomach when there is a delay in eating food. As a result, you will experience reduced gas production in your stomach.

Treatment of Stomach Gas

Stomach gas can be easily treated by taking over-the-counter gas medications. It not only prevents excess gas but also treats gas trapped inside your body to leave normally. However, if you have a severe stomach gastric problem, try visiting our gastroenterologist in Delhi to effectively reduce the symptoms and get instant relief. You can also try consuming probiotics to keep your gut healthy, which will keep your stomach gas in check. For stomach gas treatment, your doctor may also advise you to gas supplements like alpha-galactosidase, lactase supplements, simethicone, activated charcoal, etc. This helps reduce the symptoms of stomach gas and helps you lead a gas-free life.