Trapped gas - have tried everything!

Hi,
I'm so sorry to hear that you have this awful condition! That must be so hard to deal with. I have a home remedy that my mother gave me for years for constipation that also gets rid of bloating and gas. I'm 79 and still use it. It's natural but may be a little harsh. It's a teaspoon or more if needed, of baking soda (the kind you cook with – Arm and Hammer) dissolved in a glass of water. Drink the whole glass. You may want to squeeze a little lemon juice in it to make it taste better. It tastes awful, but it works. Stay near the bathroom. It works fairly fast. After it works, try and drink a lot of water to keep from being dehydrated. I hope this helps.
PML

I have posted before about my constipation issues, COVID, etc. For the past 6 months at least, I have been experiencing gas buildup as soon as I awaken in mornings, behin walking, and then when drinking or eating anything. I am very bloated and haven't seen my waistline in a very long time. I am having to wear larger clothing because of it. Cramping occurs infrequently but when it dies, I take a simethecone gel cap, which helps minimally. Needless to say, it is very uncomfortable. I don't feel like eating or drinking, and walking becomes difficult. The worst is when it affects my head and causes a sort of headache pressure. Nothing helps that.
Anyhow, I am wondering if anyone out there had experienced something like this. Thank you, Beth

The symptoms you are describing sound very much like SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth). I was diagnosed with it back in 2018 after having symptoms for 4 years. Ask your doctor to test you for it (most common test is a breath test).

Try taking oregano oil and black seed oil. I would start with low-dose of each and see how well you tolerate it. I hope this helps. It will not be a quick fix but be patient. My heart goes out to you.!