Symptoms
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Episodes of flatulence occur frequently, often involuntarily
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When an episode of flatulence occurs, a lot of wind is released
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Farting is consistently foul-smelling
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There may be sharp, jabbing pains (cramps) in the abdomen. Sometimes they may change location, within the abdomen
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A bloated feeling in the abdomen
- A knotted sensation in the abdomen
Causes
Flatulence is very common, and it is estimated that a man will naturally pass wind between 14 and 25 times a day. A woman will pass gas between seven and 12 times per day. If you pass wind more frequently than this on a regular basis, you could be suffering from excessive flatulence, which has a number of causes.
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Swallowed air
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Dietary choices
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Health conditions like constipation, gastroenteritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and celiac disease
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