frequent flatulence

I am a 24years old lady. i have been experiencing frequent flatulence  and lot of gas disturbances in my stomach. this is very humiliating for me as a student. this gas disturbances in my belly most of the time happen when i'm in Lectures or even around lots of people. Please help me because it is getting out of hand and increasing in humuliation.

Thanks

[Ratnakar Kini, MD]

Hi,
I would  like to tell you that flatulence is a normal phenomenon and upto 20 times per day is said to normal.
Frequent  and sometimes malodorous flatulence is due to improper digestion and action of bacteria on certain food items.
This can be avoided by -
1. Avoiding dairy products, cabbage, beans
2. Medications like simethicone.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.

- Ratnakar Kini M.D.