Diseases

Flatulance

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Flatulence is defined in the medical literature as "flatus expelled through the anus" or the "quality or state of being flatulent", which is defined in turn as "marked by or affected with gases generated in the intestine or stomach; likely to cause digestive flatulence".

SYMPTOMS

Indigestion.
Constipation.
Irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) – a common digestive condition, which can cause stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.
Coeliac disease – an intolerance to a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye and barley.

CAUSES

Irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) – a common digestive condition, which can cause stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.
Coeliac disease – an intolerance to a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye and barley.