Is it normal to have these stomach/gas pains this long after surgery? My procedure was on Oct 5th and I was fine that 1st week...a little soreness but nothing major. But, OMG, that 2nd week the pains have been kicking my tail. I have been in so much pain from the gas that I am wondering if I made a mistake in having this surgery. Now I'm hearing that it could take up to 4 weeks for the this pain to go away. Is anyone else having this issue? Help?

Gas is normal even a couple weeks after surgery. I hate to tell you this but you are going to find out that gas, burping, farting, constipation, etc may be new things you experience as you get used to the band. Some foods can really mess my tummy up and it is trial and error. I loved broccoli before surgery but it is very hard for me to digest post surgery and gives me gas really bad, also brussel sprouts and beans. And as for is it worth it, I would say "Hell Yes!" I used to be a size 24 and now I am a size 4. So a little gas, belching, farting and tummy discomfort are well worth it to me.

I am 4 months post op & the gas is still frequent. I am still learning what makes it worse. Try gas-x & good luck.

WALK

it really helps

Wendy

Thanks for the replies everyone. My main issue was the pain in my stomach. I actually do have a high tolerance for pain; so for me to complain it really has been bothering me. I have been learning to how to eat & what foods don't work for me. I have also learned that I was waiting to long in between meals to eat....so hopefully, the pain will lessen.