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Gas and bloating during cancer treatment
Patient Education
Last reviewed
April 2018
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Gas can become trapped in the digestive system, causing cramping and discomfort.
Remedies to prevent gas and bloating during cancer treatment
Eat and drink slowly.
Avoid gas forming foods such as beans, carbonated drinks, onions, cabbage, and broccoli.
Exercise mildly to help move gas from the bowel. Check with your doctor first.
Avoid drinking through a straw to prevent swallowing air.
Avoid chewing gum to avoid swallowing air.
Don’t talk much at meals to avoid swallowing air.
Ask your doctor if you can use over-the-counter gas medicine.