Misdiagnosis of Underlying Causes of Flatulence
| About underlying conditions: With a diagnosis of Flatulence, it is important to consider whether there is an underlying condition causing Flatulence. These are other medical conditions that may possibly cause Flatulence. For general information on this form of misdiagnosis, see Underlying Condition Misdiagnosis or Overview of Misdiagnosis |
Underlying conditions list: The list of possible underlying conditions mentioned in various sources for Flatulence includes:
- Swallowed air
- Eating too quickly
- Gas-containing sodas
- Bowel fermentation
- Dyspepsia
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Gall bladder disease
- See also causes of symptom flatulence
Flatulence as a symptom: Conditions listing Flatulence as a symptom may also be potential underlying conditions:
- Celiac Disease
- Cholangitis
- Cholecystitis
- Flatulence
- Gas
- Giardia
- Indigestion
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Lactose Intolerance
Last revision: May 27, 2003
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