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Immediate Relief for Trapped Gas: Prevention Tips and Home Remedies

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Dr. S. GaneshGastroenterologist • 40 Years Exp.MBBS, MD - General Medicine
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Trapped gas may often feel like a stabbing or piercing pain in your abdomen or chest. This pain can be sharp and excruciating enough to give you a false indication of cardiac arrest, appendicitis, etc., and to make you rush to the emergency room.

You must know that producing and passing gas is very normal for your digestive system. However, it causes pain and discomfort, usually in the stomach or chest, when a gas bubble gets stuck inside you. Whenever it happens, you just want to relieve the overpowering pain as soon as possible, don’t you?

We totally understand the intensity of the pain a gas bubble trapped in your system causes you, and as we care for you, we are writing this article just so that you can effectively deal with this situation the next time it occurs. Here, we bring you some of the most trusted natural treatments and home remedies that may help you assuage this condition in the blink of an eye. So, read the following tips very carefully:

Start Moving as You Feel the Pain

You must start moving or walking around as soon as the stabbing pain caused by trapped gas hits you. Movement is undisputedly one of the best ways through which you can help your system expel the trapped gas.

Massaging the Spot of Pain Can Also Help

As soon as you feel the stabbing pain and you believe it’s yet again the trapped gas, you must give a gentle massage to the painful spot. This treatment can work magic at times and give you quick relief from the unbearable pain.

Try Some Yoga Poses

There are certain yoga poses that can help your body be in a relaxed position and let the trapped gas pass within just a few minutes. You can search the internet for the most effective yoga poses in this regard or even speak with your personal yoga trainer about it.

Try Drinking Non Carbonated Liquids:

The pain caused by trapped gas can also be relieved by drinking non carbonated liquids. Water or herbal tea can be the best options for some people. However, you can try having peppermint, chamomile, or ginger tea as well.

Some Herbs Can Also Help

You can also choose to try some natural kitchen remedies or medicinal herbs for soothing your pain. These herbs or remedies include turmeric, coriander, anise, caraway, and fennel. You can have one of these herbs by simply mixing it in a glass of water.

Take Apple Cider Vinegar with Water

Apple cider vinegar is believed to be very effective for treating trapped gas and the unbearable pain caused by the same. You must try it too. You just have to take a glass of tepid water and mix a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar into it. Drink it for instant relief. It is known to be one of the best traditional treatments or natural remedies for trapped gas.

You can try the above-mentioned natural remedies or methods for treating trapped gas without having to worry about any side effects. We assure you that they are all totally safe. Moreover, apart from knowing how to treat trapped gas, don’t you think that you should also know how to prevent it?

So, if you want to prevent trapped gas from hitting, you must go through the following tips:

  • Sit properly while you have your meal and eat slowly.
  • Avoid taking too much air while you talk or eat.
  • Avoid carbonated beverages like soda, soft drinks, etc.
  • Do not smoke.
  • Avoid foods that are known to produce too much gas.
  • Exercise on a regular basis.
  • Be upright for an hour or two after meals.
  • Never go to bed right after having your meal.
  • Avoid chewing gum.
  • Say 'no' to alcohol.

Conclusion

We are sure that the tips and suggestions given in this article will help you in the best way possible. However, if by any chance you think that they are not working for you and that your condition is still the same, you must see an expert healthcare provider as soon as you can.

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!
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