Meaning Aerophagia
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AerophagiaSwallowing too much air, a common cause of gas in the stomach and belching. Everyone swallows small amounts of air when eating or drinking. However, rapid eating or drinking, chewing gum, smoking, or ill-fitting dentures may cause a significant increase in swallowed air. The word "phage" in Greek means "to eat." [..]
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AerophagiaExcess gas in the stomach from swallowing of air. A common side effect of sleep apnea.
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Aerophagia(n) swallowing air (usually followed by belching and discomfort and flatulence)
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AerophagiaExcessive swallowing of air.
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AerophagiaThe word phage in Greek means to eat. Aerophagia is literally to eat air. Aerophagia is a common cause of gas in the stomach. Everyone swallows small amounts of air when eating or drinking. However, rapid eating or drinking, chewing gum, smoking, or ill-fitting dentures may cause a significant increase in swallowed air. (12 Dec 1998)
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