What causes burping after defecation?

Defecation is something people have to do every day. In healthy conditions, they need to defecate once or twice a day. Some people may become constipated and not have a bowel movement for several days. This requires attention. You can eat some foods that are beneficial to detoxification. Some people will burp constantly after defecation. I don’t know if this is healthy. What is the reason for burping after defecation? Let’s take a look at it next.

1. What causes burping after defecation?

It is considered to be caused by enteritis, intestinal spasm, indigestion and gastrointestinal dysfunction.

2. Methods to relieve hiccups

1. Hiccups are caused by flatulence. Air is inhaled into the lungs, and the gap between the two vocal cords suddenly contracts, causing strange sounds. A cold abdomen, poor eating habits, too much air in the stomach, and eating too fast or too full can all cause hiccups.

2. Take a deep breath

Take a few deep breaths and you will often be able to stop in a short time.

3. Acupressure

You can press the "Shao Shang" points on both sides with your fingers. When pressing, you need to apply a certain amount of force and feel obvious soreness. You can alternate between your hands.

The location of Shao Shang acupoint is shown in the following diagram:

4. Massage

Use a thin stick, wrap one end with cotton, put it into the patient's mouth, and use the soft end to massage a point on the midline of the anterior soft palate for about one minute.

5. Bend over to drink water

Bend your body to 90 degrees and take a few gulps of warm water.

6. Breath-holding

Hold your breath for 20 seconds and repeat several times. It is very effective.

7. Startle

When the patient is not paying attention, pat him on the back hard. This is a kind of emotional stimulation method. Note: People with hypertension or heart disease should use this method with caution and must pay attention to it.

8. Paper Bag Breathing

Use a small plastic bag to cover your mouth and nose, take 3-5 deep breaths, and repeatedly inhale the exhaled carbon dioxide to increase the concentration of carbon dioxide in the body. This method can effectively suppress hiccups.

9. Tongue-Stretching Technique

Place a piece of clean gauze on your tongue and pinch it with your fingers to stretch it outward.

10. Sneeze method

When you have hiccups, try to stop them by sneezing.

3. Special Tips

When choosing a method, pay attention to whether the patient is suitable and whether his physical condition can tolerate it.