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'Embarrassing, painful and socially debilitating': The rare condition that stops people from burping

The article discusses a rare condition known as retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (R-CPD), which prevents individuals from burping. This condition leads to a buildup of gas in the stomach and chest, causing severe discomfort, bloating, and pain. Sufferers often experience social embarrassment due to the inability to release gas naturally, leading to issues like excessive flatulence or the need to manually induce burping. The condition can also result in symptoms like chest pain, gurgling noises, and difficulty swallowing. While not widely recognized, treatments like Botox injections to relax the cricopharyngeal muscle have been used with varying success. The article highlights the personal stories of those affected, detailing their struggles with the condition and the impact on their daily lives, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and research into this debilitating disorder.

Read the Full Euronews Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/diseases-and-conditions/embarrassing-painful-and-socially-debilitating-the-rare-condition-that-stops-people-from-burping/ar-AA1B4B1g ]