“How can I stop burping?”
I feel like I constantly burp and it's such a big problem. It doesn't matter if I've eaten something acidic or spicy that causes heartburn, I just burp. I'm not sure if there's anything that I can do make it okay. Can you suggest some remedy for this?
8 Answers
Repetitive burping is tough to treat and many GI doctors will not know what to do about it. Make sure you get a proper work up from a good GI doctor. A common cause is a condition called supragastric belching syndrome. It's a behavioral problem and I send patients for behavioral therapy to help with this.
Burping can be a symptom of different problems. I would see a gastroenterologist so they can ask you the appropriate questions to do some more investigating. You may need an upper endoscopy.
There can be many causes for this problem. Things that need to be considered, include a slow emptying stomach known as gastroparesis, ulcer disease, and even gallbladder disease. You can try taking some liquid antacid, and if this helps that suggests ulcers or inflammation. The fact that you continue to have symptoms, suggest that you should see a gastroenterologist for further evaluation..
I will recommend an evaluation by your gastroenterologist to evaluate for organic causes versus anxiety and stress related.
Try simethicone drops that we give babies, don’t talk a bunch while eating (leads to air swallowing), and if it doesn’t improve, learn to embrace it.
You need to see a gastroenterologist. But you can try Tums and Pepcid AC complete for a short period.
Do you have acid reflux? You likely do. Some people swallow air, which makes them burp, called aerophagia.
Burping is commonly associated with acid reflux. Do not lay down for 3 hours after eating. Try Prilosec OTC 30 min before breakfast for a couple of weeks. If the problem continues see your doctor.
