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What Causes Flatulence In A Child?
hello doctor my son is 11 years old he weighs 80 pounds and he is been farting alot and is very smelly ... should i take him to the doctor so they can check him up or it is normal?.... and his diet is been the same as always so there is no change on the food thank you for your help
Mon, 14 Apr 2014
Hi... This is not something pathological. It could be due to a change in his gut flora or diet. Please do not worry....it will pass off. Happy to help anytime. If you are happy with my reply, kindly rate it.
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