How To Stop Burping, What Causes Burps, And How to Prevent Them
Burping is
one of the most common digestive problems. It is also known as regurgitation or
belching. Learn more about its causes and treatment options here!
Burp: What is it?
It is the
exit of air from the pharynx accompanied by the issuance of a loud sound
Is belching a normal or pathological phenomenon?
We swallow
with each gulp from 8 to 32 ml of air, and when the stomach distends with air,
it presses on the lower sphincter of the esophagus to expel the air and
belching occurs.
The normal
number of burping times is 30 times a day, and if it exceeds this number,
burping is considered a pathological phenomenon, and in some cases, burping may
reach 20 times a minute.
Why do I burp?
We will
divide the causes of burping into two parts:
Reasons related to the digestive system,
representing 80 percent of cases, and reasons not related to the digestive
system, representing 20 percent of cases.
Causes related to the digestive system:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease or stomach
problems that affect its motility, such as the irritable digestive system, of
which IBS is a part.
As well as
inflammation of the stomach wall due to helicobacter pylori or due to continuous
and excess use of painkillers.
As well as
some diseases such as diabetes and deficiency of thyroid hormone cause
paralysis in the stomach muscles.
Causes not related to the digestive system:
The most important of which is nervous
tension, as many people suffer from burping when stressed
Some people
cannot regulate their breath while speaking, so they swallow a large amount of
air, which causes burping
Also, people
with some mental illnesses, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, burp.
What about the diagnosis of belching?
The first
question we ask the patient is, are there symptoms associated with belching in
the digestive system, such as symptoms of GERD, such as persistent acidity,
burning in the chest and bitterness in the mouth, or the presence of symptoms
of inflammation in the stomach such as nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
If we do not
find symptoms related to the digestive system, we turn more to the
psychological aspect of the behavioral aspect in regulating the breath during a
speech.
What are the most important investigations?
It is
important to ensure that the patient does not have danger signs such as high
temperature, difficulty swallowing, weight loss, bloody vomiting, anal bleeding,
or iron deficiency anemia.
The blood
picture is one of the important tests to make sure that you do not have anemia
and that belching is not a symptom of a serious disease.
An important
examination is also testing for helicobacter pylori, as well as gastroscopy,
especially in the case of symptoms in the digestive system that do not respond
to treatment or the presence of signs of danger. We can also take a biopsy from
the stomach during the endoscopy to test for helicobacter pylori either by
histopathology or rapid urease test (CLO test).
One of the
complementary tests is blood sugar and thyroid hormones.
How to stop burping?
If you treat
the cause of burping it will disappear.
For example,
if it is caused by esophageal reflux, we should treat the reflux or treat the
cause of gastritis, such as helicobacter pylori, or stop the painkillers that
cause gastritis.
But if the
cause has nothing to do with the digestive system, such as stress, we recommend
taking some sedatives to reduce stress and try to remove the causes of stress.
Top 6 tips to get rid of stress:
1-Exercise Frequently
Exercise
reduces stress and encourages the release of endorphins, which are brain
chemicals that have painkilling properties. Sleeping better because endorphins
can help reduce stress.
2-Think about getting psychological counseling
By teaching
you to learn to replace negative, distorted beliefs with good ones, cognitive behavioral
therapy (CBT) is a strategy that has been shown to help reduce anxiety and
tension.
3-Choosing calming foods
Several
foods have been demonstrated to lessen anxiety. Omega-3 fatty acids, which are
organic mood enhancers, are found in salmon. Magnesium, a mineral that helps
control cortisol levels, is abundant in almonds.
4-Meditation
You can
acquire calmness by using a variety of meditation techniques to train your mind
to concentrate on an idea, activity, or object.
5-Yoga
This
breathing exercise, meditation, and physical positions are all part of a
mind-body routine. Stress, anxiety, and depression are all significantly
lessened as a result. Additionally, yoga helps lower heart rate and blood
pressure.
6-Master Time Management Techniques
Self-care is
crucial for reducing stress. For many, this entails making the most of their
time management abilities.
Knowing your
deadlines, planning, setting goals, and avoiding procrastination are all ways
to improve your time management abilities.
In the event of a problem during a speech.
That leads
to swallowing air in large quantities, we recommend treatment by a speech
therapist
There are
also some exercises that reduce belching attacks, such as breathing from the
abdomen by opening the mouth 8 times per minute and repeating it while sitting
and sleeping.
5 tips to prevent Burping After Eating
Drink Water Before Eating.
Drinking water before eating helps prevent gas and bloating. If you eat too quickly, you may not have enough time to drink enough water before swallowing food.
Eat Slowly.
It’s also important to chew your food thoroughly. Chewing breaks down food into smaller pieces, so it takes longer to digest. This allows more time for your stomach to empty itself before you swallow.
Chew Food Well.
If you eat too quickly, you may not give your digestive system enough time to break down the food properly. Also, chewing helps you feel full faster, making you less likely to overeat.
Avoid Alcohol.
Drinking alcohol before meals can make burping worse because it slows digestion. In addition, drinking alcohol with spicy foods can cause indigestion.
Don't Smoke or Drink Coffee.
If you're
looking for ways to stop burping, try not smoking or drinking coffee. Both of
those habits can lead to digestive issues. Smoking can also cause acid reflux,
while caffeine can trigger heartburn.
Conclusion:
Burping is a
daily and natural occurrence, but it may be a symptom of a disease if it
exceeds the normal limit, and then the cause must be treated to stop burping. I hope I answered your questions and I will leave you with a subtitled video about the same topic.