Trapped Wind

What is Trapped Wind?

Trapped wind (excess gas) occurs when gas becomes stuck in your digestive tract, causing bloating, abdominal pain, and burping. Producing gas is normal during digestion, but trapped gas can feel uncomfortable or painful.

Causes of Trapped Wind

Gas builds up in the digestive system due to:

• Swallowing air while eating, drinking, smoking, or chewing gum
• Bacterial fermentation of certain foods (beans, cabbage, fizzy drinks)
• Eating too quickly
• Food intolerances (e.g., lactose or fructose intolerance)
• Digestive conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), coeliac disease, or inflammatory bowel disease

Common symptoms of Trapped Wind

You may experience:

• Bloating or swollen abdomen
• Burping or excessive flatulence
• Stomach cramps
• Nausea
• Rumbling or gurgling noises
• Discomfort that worsens when bending or lying down

Foods & drinks that can trigger Trapped Wind

• Fizzy drinks
• High-fibre foods (beans, lentils)
• Dairy products (if lactose intolerant)
• Fatty foods
• Artificial sweeteners (sorbitol, mannitol)
• Some fruits (apples, pears)

How to prevent Trapped Wind

Reduce symptoms by:

• Eating slowly and chewing food thoroughly
• Avoiding carbonated drinks
• Limiting foods known to cause gas
• Exercising regularly to stimulate digestion
• Keeping a food diary to identify triggers
• Staying upright after meals

How to treat Trapped Wind

Effective treatments include:

• Dietary changes: Reduce foods causing excess gas.
• Probiotics: Support gut health and digestion.
• Over-the-counter medicines:
  • Simeticone (deflates gas bubbles)
  • Activated charcoal (absorbs excess gas)
  • Peppermint oil (relieves cramps and bloating)
• Exercise: Walking helps move trapped gas through the digestive system.

When to see a doctor about Trapped Wind

Seek medical advice if you experience:

• Severe or persistent abdominal pain
• Blood in stool
• Unexplained weight loss
• Vomiting
• Difficulty swallowing
• Symptoms lasting several weeks

Can I buy Trapped Wind Treatments online?

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