Flatulence or Farting is a bodily function caused by gas in the bowel often met with embarrassment. Explore the causes, treatment and home remedies for passing gas. Commonly known as farting or having gas, flatulence is a medical term for releasing gas from the digestive system through the anus. Flatulence is the passing of gas out of the back passage through digestive system.Know more about flatulence symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment. While farting every day is normal, farting all the time may be a sign of an underlying health problem. We’ll explain the causes of excessive farting and cover some prevention tips.