what to do when you can't burp

I've got terrible gas and I get reverse burps, goes up to my chest and goes back down. I've tried gas ex and it doesn't work for me. Soda works but I don't want to drink too much of it, but it helps to a degree. But today was an awful day, the four attempts at eating I couldn't keep the food down because there were air bubbles and up it came. Any ideas? Stephanie

When I've had that problem..someone told me to take small sips of water. I know soda may work but as you stated it's best not to go there due to carbination. I know what you mean cause it's kinda painful when you wanna burp and can't. Try sipping water and see if that helps. Worse case scenario - call the doctor's office. Hope you feel better soon!

i havent had this experience yet... but i hope youf eel better

Stephanie, This is going to sound stupid, but I get up and walk and I usually burp. I don't mean take an actual walk--just walk across the room acouple times. More often than not, it works for me. Good luck. Amy Nolen -61lbs

Just wondering how you are doing today? Can you get fluids to stay down? Food? Sheri

I found relief!! After trial and error I discovered at GNC activated charcoal capsules and they did the trick. The last few days nothing would stay down but liquids. But I couldn't hold down a protein shake either. The activated charcoal worked almost immediately and now I can burp. I won't win any burp contests but at least the capsules are working. I'm taking them before meals. I'm so relieved!