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Symptoms of Flatulence
Excess flatulence may be accompanied by other symptoms caused by bowel gas:
- Belching (burping). When gas is expels through the mouth in a sudden reflex movement. This occurs when the stomach becomes filled with excess swallowed air usually during the course of eating, drinking or smoking.
- Bloating. This feels like your stomach is very full and may make you feel as if you need to belch. It is often caused by eating rich foods that take a long time to digest properly.
- Borborygmi (rumbling stomach). This occurs when the stomach contracts rapidly, causing the contents of the intestine to be pushed backwards and forwards. It most commonly happens when you are hungry but can also be triggered by anxiety and nervousness.









