what  causes bowel flatulence
Health conditions. Certain health conditions can cause symptoms of flatulence, including: 1  indigestion. 2  constipation. 3  irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) â a common digestive condition, which can cause stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. 4  coeliac disease â an intolerance to a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye and barley.