Published on: 5/21/2025
Why Does Excessive Burping Often Occur at Night?
Excessive burping at night can be caused by swallowing air during the day, which is released when lying down. Sleep can affect how much you burp.
Explanation
Excessive burping, especially at night, can be uncomfortable. When you swallow air during the day, it can get trapped in your stomach. At night, when you lie down, this air can come out as burps.
Why It Happens:
- Swallowing Air: During the day, you might swallow air while eating, drinking, or talking. This is called aerophagia.
- Position: Lying down can make it easier for the air to come up from your stomach.
- Sleep Effects: Sleep can change how your body handles air and digestion, which might increase burping.
Managing Burping:
- Eat Slowly: Eating slowly can help reduce the amount of air you swallow.
- Avoid Carbonated Drinks: These drinks can add more gas to your stomach.
- Relax Before Bed: Stress can make you swallow more air.
Understanding these factors can help you manage nighttime burping better. If burping is bothersome, consider adjusting your habits and routines.
(References)
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- Bredenoord AJ. (2013). Management of belching, hiccups, and aerophagia. Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association, 22982101.
- Kessing BF, Bredenoord AJ, & Smout AJ. (2014). The pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of excessive .... The American journal of gastroenterology, 25001253.
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