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aerophagy [erof′əjē] Etymology: Gk, aer + phagein, to eat the excessive swallowing of air, usually an unconscious process associated with anxiety, resulting in abdominal distension or belching, gastric distress, and flatulence. It is often interpreted by the patient as signs of a physical disorder. Also called aerophagia. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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