A flatulence is called meteorism, which begins to manifest when gases accumulate in the intestinal cavity. Gases in normal quantity accumulate always in the process of digesting food. However, if too many gases accumulate, then this will be called meteorism.
Flatulence is one of the most common symptoms of colitis, and if it is expressed in a strong form, it should immediately consult a doctor.
Flatulence in colitis can occur due to the use of certain foods, especially if the patient has decided to move away a little from adherence to the prescribed diet. Such products are: legumes, black bread, potatoes, radish.
Sometimes the reasons for which gas generation has been caused are poor absorption of some type of nutrients. This is a very frequent phenomenon in colitis, since with this disease there are not enough certain enzymes in the intestinal cavity.
In rare cases, the formation of gas due to the use of drugs that suppress acid in the stomach or when ingesting air together with food.
Methods for the treatment of flatulence in colitis
There are several types of treatment: medicamental and folk remedies. With severe pain you can drink No-Shpu, and to reduce gassing is useful activated charcoal.
Along with other medicines for the treatment of colitis, the doctor prescribes the use of such drugs as Hilak-Forte, Linex or Acilact. In preparations from flatulence in colitis should be:
- Substances that interfere with gas production.
- Substances that accelerate the removal of gas.
If you decide to be treated at home, consult first with a gastroenterologist who will tell you the correct recipes in your case. With colitis, a strict diet is observed, so that the appearance of flatulence can be prevented.
The key to successful prevention of increased gas production is a balanced diet. If you break the prescribed medical recommendations, you can cause much more serious problems.
An important factor in the treatment of flatulence is activity. If you have been sitting for a long time, then you should stand up and just walk around, so that the level of gas formation decreases.