What Causes Gas And Diarrhea?
Gas, also called flatus or flatulence, is air in the intestine that is passed through the rectum. Air that is passed from the digestive tract through the mouth is called
Alternative Names
Flatulence (flatus)
Considerations
Gas is formed in the intestines as food is being digested. Gas can make you feel bloated, which may cause crampy or colicky
Common Causes
Gas can be caused by any of the following:
- Antibiotics
- Eating foods that...
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