Getting rid of gas via belching or flatus is very much normal. If the gas isn't moving well through your system, it may feel impossible to let it out and can also be incredibly painful if there is a blockage. Trapped wind also tends to come with visible bloating or a hard stomach. If you are finding it difficult to pass gas and you have other symptoms, speak to a doctor and get checked for an intestinal obstruction.

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