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What Causes Flatulence?

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Posted on Tue, 8 Jul 2014
Question: I delivered a baby 4 months back and now im back in office. Im suffering from a very bad passing of gas issue. i tried to avoid glutin food but still no help, is it common for new mothers and what can i do to resolve this issue
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (18 hours later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Increased gas is due to improper digestion. It occurs due to certain food items and if there is any gut infection.

I would advise you to get a stool test done to rule out infection. Also try to avoid ga forming food items. Most often diet rich in fiber content cause increased gas. These include beans, cabbage etc. Try to lessen the intake of these. I would like to however tell you that fiber is important for good bowel movements. So you need to adjust the intake of fiber food items so that it does not affect you bowel habits.

You can take mdications like Galto and gasofilm for relief of symptoms.

I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K
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What Causes Flatulence?

Brief Answer: Answer given below Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. Increased gas is due to improper digestion. It occurs due to certain food items and if there is any gut infection. I would advise you to get a stool test done to rule out infection. Also try to avoid ga forming food items. Most often diet rich in fiber content cause increased gas. These include beans, cabbage etc. Try to lessen the intake of these. I would like to however tell you that fiber is important for good bowel movements. So you need to adjust the intake of fiber food items so that it does not affect you bowel habits. You can take mdications like Galto and gasofilm for relief of symptoms. I hope that answers your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr.R.K