Bloating and gas
If you're constipated, your intestines typically start swelling because stool is stuck and gains bulk. Because of this, the gas your body normally produces gets trapped behind the stool. This causes bloating and can cause your stomach to appear distended.
Do you fart a lot when constipated?
Constipation. Constipation may also cause more frequent flatulence. As waste sits in the colon, it ferments, releasing extra gas. If the person is constipated, the waste may sit there for much longer than usual, causing excess gas to build up.
What helps with constipation and gas?
How to treat constipation bloating
- Take a stool softener or fiber supplement. Examples are docusate sodium (Colace), psyllium (Metamucil), or methylcellulose (Citrucel).
- Take a gentle laxative. ...
- Engage in physical activity. ...
- Take over-the-counter (OTC) simethicone. ...
- Take lactase tablets if you're lactose intolerant.
