Why does bloating appear and how to get rid of it?

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This is usually harmless, but it is worth knowing about dangerous additional symptoms.

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Good afternoon. Why does bloating appear? What is it in general and how to treat it? Thank you in advance.

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Hello! Lifehacker has a detailed article on this topic. Bloating can appear for many reasons. For example, if you overeat or chew poorly. You may also have food allergies or intolerances to certain foods.

Usually, bloating is not a threat. Using the link above, we analyze in detail what causes this condition, and give recommendations on how to get rid of the bloating.

However, you should urgently visit a therapist or gastroenterologist if you have a bursting feeling in your abdomen regularly and you have additional symptoms:

• blood in the stool;
• prolonged constipation or diarrhea;
• any changes in the frequency of bowel movements;
• weight loss despite the fact that you have not changed anything either in nutrition or in physical activity;
• persistent or intermittent nausea and vomiting.

And if bloating is accompanied by persistent abdominal pain or burning chest pain, call an ambulance right away or go to the nearest emergency room.