He has a stomach ache, what should I do?
Many people know how unpleasant bloating feels. What to do in such a situation depends primarily on the cause of flatulence (as it is called in medicine). Why does the stomach swell? The causes of flatulence can be different, we will start with them, and then proceed to the description of specific cases of flatulence.
Why the stomach swells: the reasons.
Bloating (or bloating due to increased gas formation) is so common and common in many that it is the easiest to deal with, sometimes preferring to take a pill or other powerful medicine when it is completely "relieved." However, in order to cope with this unpleasant phenomenon, especially if it repeats regularly, it is necessary to eliminate the cause of its occurrence. The causes of persistent bloating may be as follows.
Inattention to the process of eating. What do we mean here? Very often, especially among busy people, it happens that they eat on the run, do not chew enough food and even talk about their business. Meanwhile, due to these actions, a large amount of air enters the stomach with food, which leads to regular outbreaks of flatulence. The air seriously interferes with the digestive process, so try to get into the stomach as little as possible. Eat calmly, chew your food thoroughly, and keep your mouth shut at the table.
Low enzymatic activity. This means that food is not fully digested, and a significant amount of undigested food accumulates in the intestine, which activates the processes of decomposition and fermentation and, thus, increases gas formation. Very often, various diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) become the causes of insufficient digestibility of food: gastritis, pancreatitis, cholecystitis, etc. It can also be caused by a violation of intestinal motility after various operations on the abdominal organs.
Stress and other nervous overloads often lead to increased flatulence. As a result of stress, the intestinal muscles contract, which naturally causes gas accumulation in the intestine and its stretching. Therefore, pain appears first, then flatulence.
What foods make your stomach swell?
There is another fourth cause of flatulence. However, we did not include it in the previous chapter, because here we are talking about accidental flatulence, not caused by systematic repetitive actions or diseases. We are talking about eating low-quality food or products that significantly increase the amount of gases in the intestine. Here are the main types of foods that cause flatulence. First of all, these are, of course, legumes: peas, beans and kidney beans. Cabbage and onions are in second place in this "honorable" list, followed by (fresh) bread, flour products and sweets. Carbonated drinks (water, lemonade, etc.) and excessive amounts of kvass, which also cause fermentation, are not recommended.
Why does the stomach swell during pregnancy?
Among the few specific cases of flatulence, it is possible to single out mainly flatulence during pregnancy. Why is this happening? Experts note that some abdominal discomfort is quite normal, unless it is mild and short-lived. The fact is that during pregnancy there is an almost complete recovery of the body, which is almost impossible without some discomfort. In addition, bloating during pregnancy can also occur due to the fact that a woman eats rarely, but a lot. In this case, doctors recommend eating more often and in small portions.
What should I do if a newborn has a swollen stomach?
In this case, many people advise taking different drops for babies, but the best solution would be to consult a pediatrician, since the causes of flatulence in babies can be caused by various factors, including what a nursing mother eats. Sometimes you have to give up dairy products, sometimes, on the contrary, give them up. In any case, only a qualified pediatrician will help.
What is the best way to treat flatulence?
Many people try to treat flatulence with pills, but is it effective? When using so-called adsorbents, gases are, of course, absorbed and removed, however, along with the gases, the most useful substances are removed, which are undoubtedly captured by the same adsorbents. When used inside the so-called defoamers, the effect will be more effective. Bubbles are released, foam settles, but defoamers last much longer than adsorbents. The best option for specialists is to use a small amount of adsorbent first, and then add a defoamer.
In addition to medications, exercise can help. This is a traditional bicycle, retraction and expansion of the muscles of the perineum and anus, as well as a clockwise abdominal massage. There are also a large number of different herbal preparations and teas that help significantly improve the quality of digestion. In any case, it is necessary to fight flatulence, since the quality of life in general depends on the quality of digestion. Good luck Enhance your live betting experience with
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