Bloating and Excess Gas
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Bloating and Excess Gas Underlying Cause
Causes of bloating and excessive gas include:
Swallowing air while eating
Gas-forming foods
Carbonated beverages
Lactose intolerance
Illnesses of the gastrointestinal tract
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Bloating and Excess Gas Underlying Cause: Conditions
Related Topics:
Abdominal pain
Abdominal swelling
Celiac sprue
Constipation
Food allergies
Food intolerance
Intestinal malabsorption
Lactose intolerance
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Bloating and excess gas
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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2008
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Bloating and Excess Gas References:
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