What does it mean if you can't fart?

Medically reviewed by G. Shelton McMullan, MD If you keep feeling that you need to fart but can’t, this is no laughing matter. It can mean a tumor. This sensation may occur from time to time – but then the passing of gas finally comes and there’s relief.

Why do my farts get out of control?

If your farts get out of control, it could be a sign of a gastrointestinal disorder like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Why do I need to fart if I can't pass gas?

If you keep feeling that you need to fart but can’t, this is no laughing matter. It can mean a tumor. This sensation may occur from time to time – but then the passing of gas finally comes and there’s relief. But if the inability to pass gas and thus having trapped gas is a recurring issue, this should be taken as a big heads-up.