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Bloating, gas, acidity and constipation

Occasional bloating and acidity are very common and usually linked to what, when and how fast you eat.

Common causes

  • 01Low fibre or low fluid intake (for constipation)
  • 02Eating fast, late or in large portions
  • 03Lactose intolerance, or trigger foods
  • 04Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • 05Stress

What a doctor may check

Usually none. Ongoing symptoms deserve a doctor visit.

When to see a doctor

See a doctor promptly for blood in your stool, black stools, difficulty swallowing, repeated vomiting, unexplained weight loss, or new symptoms after age 50.

This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Venva's content is written against clinical guidelines and systematic reviews, listed below. See our medical disclaimer.