aetiology

Last reviewed 01/2018

Flatulence can be caused by:

  • swallowing a lot of air with food due to a problem with mastication due to:
    • poorly fitting false teeth
    • anxiety
  • fizzy drinks
  • refluxing excessive gas due to:
    • incompetent lower oesophageal sphincter
    • excessive gas, e.g. bicarbonate ingestion