It’s the natural result of swallowing and digestion and usually isn’t a cause for concern.
| Causes of intestinal gas and when to see a doctor | | | | Intestinal gas, a buildup of air in the digestive tract, is usually not noticed until you burp or pass it rectally (flatulence). The entire digestive tract, from the stomach to the rectum, contains intestinal gas as the natural result of swallowing and digestion. Burping or flatulence more than 20 times a day may indicate a disorder. | | Read more |
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| | | Book excerpt: Living with IBD | | Tips and ideas for managing signs and symptoms and lengthening the time between IBD flare-ups. | | Read excerpt |
| | | Diets that can help with gastrointestinal symptoms | | There is a lot of discussion over specific diets and their ability to treat GI symptoms. A food diary can help. | | Read more |
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