A strange syndrome that prevents someone from expelling burps is often misdiagnosed. A Reddit group is helping to spread the word. Stomach problems have plagued Molly Rhymer, a 35-year-old from Los ...

Burping is often considered a "faux pas," as it can be embarrassing and off-putting, especially in social situations. But for some, the inability to belch can be an issue that can cause discomfort.

She couldn’t stomach it anymore. Natalie Bickel, from Indiana, has a rare condition called retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction, also known as no-burp syndrome, meaning that she has spent years ...

No-burp syndrome, a rare condition also called abelchia, occurs when the sphincter muscle at the top of the esophagus can’t relax to let gas escape. This can lead to uncomfortable symptoms including ...