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6 Things Your Burps Can Reveal About Your Health

Burping is normal, but too much burping could be a sign of an unhealthy habit or underlying condition.

Lauren Smith, MABrian Clista, MD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Brian Clista, MD
Updated on December 6, 2025
Reviewed by Brian Clista, MD | December 6, 2025

Burps are your body’s way of ditching the excess air you swallow. It’s normal — but too much burping may signal a problem. Lots of burping may especially be a concern if it’s affecting your quality of life or accompanied by other unusual symptoms, such as acid reflux or constipation. In this video, learn six possible causes of excess burping.

References

American College of Gastroenterology. (2022). Belching, bloating, and flatulence.

American College of Gastroenterology. (2021). Lactose Intolerance.

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Dr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.
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