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Bloating, belching, cramps and rumbling often come with gas. Know the signs that need a doctor.
Flatulence itself is passing gas, but it often comes with other symptoms that point to the cause.
Typical symptoms
Symptoms that suggest a cause
When gas is not normal
See a doctor if flatulence comes with:
Do not mistake chest pain for gas
Chest pain, pressure, sweating, breathlessness or pain spreading to the arm or jaw can be a heart attack. Call 112 or 102 at once.
Symptoms in children
Babies often pass gas and swallow air while feeding or crying. See a paediatrician if a baby has a swollen hard belly, vomiting, blood in stool, fever or will not feed.
Tracking
A simple diary of meals, symptoms and bowel habits can help your doctor find the cause.
Written By
Dr. Daksh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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