Brief Answer:

Dyspepsia.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Our gastrointestinal tract has a forward propulsive movement (peristalsis) that moves the food material forward as it is digested, absorbed and finally expelled as faeces.

If somehow this movement gets hampered, food along with the digestive juices would stagnate, and on the other hand, the bowel habits would not be proper.

Degradation of undigested food in the intestines by the intestinal bacteria would lead to the excess gas formation.

In order to relieve yourself, you need to do the following:

* Avoid spicy food. Take small but frequent meals. Avoid long gaps between meals.

* Avoid alcohol intake (if it a part of your habit).

* Take Prilosec (omeprazole) once daily before breakfast.

* Take plenty of green leafy vegetables as well as other sources of dietary fibres. Take fibre supplements like isabgol/psyllium husk or senna.

I would insist you to increase your dietary fibre intake.

* Regular morning walk and exercise to keep the bowel movements proper.

* Take curd or yoghurt on daily basis. It contains beneficial bacteria and should help.

* Stress reduction has a very important role to play. Yoga and meditation should help.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Ramesh Kumar, Gastroenterologist

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