Bloating and Gas

I have had excess bloating and gas for the last month and is really uncomfortable and embarassing. I don't know what is causing it because I never had this before. I have an appt with Gastro doc in a couple of weeks but is there something that will help ini the meantime? I try Gas-X and seems to help a bit but I am dreading to find out that it might be something worse. Any advice?

[ggreg]

Well, do not dread the visit, it's probably just a little bacteria is floating around in your digestive tract, and the doc will give you medicine to kill it off, that's all.  Another way to relieve gas and bloating, and I know how AWFUL that feels, is an ordinary alka seltzer, it helps release gas and turns acid into alkaline, and thus reduces bloating, and helps you relax a little better.  You can also eat crackers and a little diet soda like gingerale, helps with gas and acid.  Water is always helpful when you have digestive upset or are not feeling too sharp.  Once the doctor treats you, and let's say you finish a round of antibiotics, when the last pill is gone, then you can drink some Acidophilus milk or eat Activia yogurt for a week or two, and it will restore the "good" bacteria that antibiotics kill off, which normal intestinal flora is essential to restoring normal digestion.

[Scared179]

Thanks for the really great advice. I feel somewhat better today and hope whatever it is is runing its course. Thanks again.