Certainly, if the patient experiences any symptoms suggestive of valvular stenosis, incompetence or infection ( shortness of breath, fatigue, leg swelling, fever, etc [medhelp.org]

( Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2011 ) BACKGROUND: Aerophagia is a functional gastrointestinal disease characterized by repetitive air swallowing, abdominal distension, belching and flatulence. [repository.kln.ac.lk]

This entity is characterized by progressive abdominal distension during the day, non-distended abdomen in the morning, and visible air swallowing. The condition is usually self-limited, and treatment is symptomatic and by reassurance. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Key words Aerophagy Gastrointestinal gas Abdominal distension This is a preview of subscription content, log in to check access. References 1. Apley J (1977) Psychosomatic aspects of GI problems in children. [link.springer.com]

Distension This can be due to aerophagy, which commonly accompanies the abnormal breathing;... [evidence.nhs.uk]

Aerophobia also means an irrational fear of fresh air or drafts of air. Derived from the Greek ""aero-"", air or gas ""phobos"", fear literally, fear of air." [healthdictionary.info]

It rarely causes massive bowel distention, ileus, and volvulus. [read.qxmd.com]