Is it ok to admonish a stranger for farting in public

[Anonymous]

As someone who has digestive issues and a particular type of colitis, I'd like to add that regular doses of Pepto Bismol will eliminate or greatly reduce the odor from flatulence. It does take about 12 hours to work through your system so it doesn't work instantly, but if you know you will have a problem you can be prepared. /end fart PSA

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No, you shouldn't say anything. I agree that it's gross and very rude, but this is an instance where it's not your place to correct another adult's behavior. You were rude to say anything. Also, it might be a medical issue which is causing the problem. No need to make them feel any worse than they already do - I suspect they are just as embarrassed.

You say you regretted saying something which should answer your question...you were out of line in saying anything.

OP here: I should have been more specific. I didn't say something to express general disapproval, but rather to let him know specifically that since I was forced to stand behind him or lose my place in a long line, I didn't think it was nice for him to force me to breathe in his noxious methane emissions. I was polite: I said "oh my, are you feeling sick today? I can hold your place in line if you want to go to the men's room"

You must be a troll. I can't believe anyone would be so mean. With any luck, you'll wear a colostomy bag one day and see how well you can control the smell.

(Also, you mentioned a serial gas passer. Unless you're stalking this guy, I think people are continually farting in front of you b/c you are a little sh*t.)

[Anonymous]

You need an episode of "What would you do?" written about this issue. Various people could weigh in and sanctimoniously explain why it's important to intervene.

[Anonymous]

What if they have a chronic medical condition, like IBS? I wouldn't shame someone for it. Odds are they are already mortified. No need to make them feel worse.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

OP here: I should have been more specific. I didn't say something to express general disapproval, but rather to let him know specifically that since I was forced to stand behind him or lose my place in a long line, I didn't think it was nice for him to force me to breathe in his noxious methane emissions. I was polite: I said "oh my, are you feeling sick today? I can hold your place in line if you want to go to the men's room"

You were extremely rude.

[Anonymous]

Jeepers.

[Anonymous]

Why OP? Do you have a hyperactive gag reflex or something? What if you vomited on the ground because of that? Should someone admonish you for that?

[Anonymous]

I've frequently said "excuse you." I find it incredibly rude. If you have to fart, find a vacant corner or a bathroom. Don't just bomb the rest of us. Everyone can hold it for the 30 seconds it takes to walk away from others. Some of the worst offenders are the elderly. They can't hear it and think no one else can. Ugh

Side note- beano works very well.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:What if they have a chronic medical condition, like IBS? I wouldn't shame someone for it. Odds are they are already mortified. No need to make them feel worse.

They're only mortified because it made a sound. If it was silent and deadly, they'd be pleased with themselves.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why OP? Do you have a hyperactive gag reflex or something? What if you vomited on the ground because of that? Should someone admonish you for that?

It wasn't just one fart but many. with the expectation of more to come based on length of the line

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I've frequently said "excuse you." I find it incredibly rude. If you have to fart, find a vacant corner or a bathroom. Don't just bomb the rest of us. Everyone can hold it for the 30 seconds it takes to walk away from others. Some of the worst offenders are the elderly. They can't hear it and think no one else can. Ugh

Side note- beano works very well.

How do you know the elderly can't hear it? Many elderly people have medical issues and truly can't control all of their bodily functions; they are very well aware of this, and suffer shame and embarrassment daily: the best they can do is be silent and hope to God that no one around notices. You are a heartless bitch, and if I heard you talking about my grandma this way, you would never forget what I said to you. I hope you have to get a colostomy bag in the future, and I hope a bitch like yourself publicly shames you in the manner you describe.

[Anonymous]

Never mind the medical issues. Farts are just FUN. FUN, people!! Just enjoy them; they are a bond that unites all humanity- the embarrassment, the unexpectedness, yet also the pride and amazing varied melodies...

If you think our cavemen ancestors weren't amused by them, providing entertainment around the fire, I'm sure you are wrong. It's no different today.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Never mind the medical issues. Farts are just FUN. FUN, people!! Just enjoy them; they are a bond that unites all humanity- the embarrassment, the unexpectedness, yet also the pride and amazing varied melodies...

If you think our cavemen ancestors weren't amused by them, providing entertainment around the fire, I'm sure you are wrong. It's no different today.

Best post of the year!!!!

[Anonymous]

We were sitting behind an older couple at a graduation a few years ago and one of them would just not stop farting. Finally my husband was like "geez, please go to the bathroom" kind of loudly to no one. It would have felt rude if I did not think it was rude to sit in place and fart for an hour. Revolting.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We were sitting behind an older couple at a graduation a few years ago and one of them would just not stop farting. Finally my husband was like "geez, please go to the bathroom" kind of loudly to no one. It would have felt rude if I did not think it was rude to sit in place and fart for an hour. Revolting.

omg. Revolting!

My grandma laughs about how she farts silent and non stinky farts. We were all shocked at how bad her hearing and smell were. She had no clue.