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Flatulence

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Flatulence is defined as the excessive formation of gases in the stomach or intestine. As such it may refer to the release of these gases orally or via the anus - differing slightly from the lay perception that flatulence refers only to the latter.

This is a common, and sometimes distressing symptom.


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