Excessive Burping
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Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023
About the symptom
A burp is a normal bodily function when the body releases excess air from the digestive tract through the mouth. Excessive burping is when people think they are burping far more than usual. It can be a sign of acid reflux or inflammation of the lining of the stomach.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Recent weight loss
Melena (black stools)
Respiratory wheeze
Possible causes
- Aerophagia
Excessive and repetitive swallowing of air, resulting in symptoms of burping and flatulence. It can be caused by psychological reasons or habits, or use of machines that assist in breathing (CPAP machines).
- Functional dyspepsia
A condition where symptoms such as pain or indigestion persist, even though investigations of the stomach and esophagus show no abnormalities.
- Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
A condition where gastric acid reverses back up the esophagus (food pipe). It can be caused or worsened by obesity, alcohol and caffeine. Meal habits also play a role - eating large meals quickly or lying down after meals are known triggers.
- Gastroduodenal ulcer
- Gastric cancer
- Vascular ring
- Malnutrition after gastrointestinal surgery
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you burp a lot everyday?
Do you have abdominal pain (stomach ache)?
Do you have nausea or vomiting?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?
Did you vomit blood?
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Reviewed By:
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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