Frequent burping can mean unhealthy

Burping after eating is normal. Another case if you are constantly belching because it could be a symptom of the disease or side effects of certain drugs.

Burping is one of the ways the body releases natural gas. This condition is generally good, because if not removed, flatulence can cause flatulence, which is sometimes accompanied by stomach pain.

 

Burping is also common in babies. This can usually be interpreted as a good condition for babies because that way excess air can be wasted in the stomach. Babies burp because when they suckle, air is also swallowed, especially if milk bottles are used.

How can burping happen? What causes it?

Swallowing air, intentionally or not, is called aerophagia. Air entering the digestive tract contains nitrogen and oxygen gas. This gas will push the stomach into the esophagus and out of the mouth in the form of burps. Gas in the digestive tract is usually formed from the process of digestion of food or when air is swallowed through the mouth. Air can enter your body if you talk while you eat, chew gum, suck on sweets, eat too fast or smoke.

In addition to the above causes, there are still certain conditions that can cause someone to burp more often, namely:

• Eat certain foods or drinks, such as broccoli, nuts, bananas, seeds, raisins and soda or soda. Liquor, foods high in sugar, flour and fiber can also cause frequent burping.
• Take certain medications, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, laxatives such as sorbitol and lactulose, and acarbose to treat type 2 diabetes.
• Feeling anxious Some people swallow a lot of air when they are worried.

Some diseases can also cause the patient to burp more due to stomach pain, including:

• Gastric acid disease or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This condition is caused by stomach acid rising into the esophagus.
• Gastritis or inflammation of the stomach wall.
• Dyspepsia, a condition in which people feel belching, is often followed by other complaints in the form of nausea, heartburn and swelling.
• Helicobacter pylori gastric infection.
• Gastric ulcer, which is a wound in the stomach wall, esophagus and upper small intestine.
• Gastroparesis, which is a disorder in which there is weakness in the muscles of the stomach wall due to nerve damage that regulates gastric function, so that digestive function becomes slower.
• Lactose intolerance, namely the inability of the stomach to digest lactose in milk.
• Impaired absorption of sorbitol or fructose carbohydrates.
• Pancreatic disorders (pancreatic insufficiency), that is, the inability of the pancreas to carry out its function of releasing enzymes for the digestive process.
• Celiac disease, where gluten intolerance occurs in many starchy foods, such as bread.
• Dumping syndrome, which is a symptom that occurs when the stomach is emptied, occurs quickly, before the content is properly digested.

How to deal with belching

In general, belching is not dangerous and does not require special handling. Although belching is a natural process, there are still times when we must avoid burping, for example, at official banquets. To avoid burping and to help reduce burping, you can try the following methods:

• Avoid eating and drinking in a hurry.
• Smoking makes you breathe air. Minimize or avoid smoking.
• Limit your consumption of sweets and gum.
• Avoid drinking beer and soft drinks that contain carbon dioxide gas.
• Avoid eating foods that can produce gas, such as broccoli, cabbage, nuts, and dairy products.
• If you are wearing dentures, try to verify that the installation is correct, to minimize the air that is swallowed while chewing or talking.
• If you experience mild heartburn, try taking over-the-counter heartburn medications, such as antacids, or consult a doctor if you experience symptoms that are quite severe.
• Take probiotic supplements or drinks to help digestion.

Walking or light exercise for a few moments after eating can also help soften the digestive process, thereby reducing belching.

Although generally not serious, immediately see a doctor if you continue to belch or if your stomach continues to swell and nausea. The doctor will ask for other symptoms and do a physical examination to diagnose the cause. If necessary, X-ray examination of the stomach, MRI or CT scan to assess the condition of the digestive system more closely.

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