Hey Everyone,

Just had a quick question. I was sleeved on the 25th and still seem to be having a lot of gas pains. I constantly feel like there's a big air bubble in my chest and sometimes it hurts after I swallow some liquids. Ive been trying to do a lot of walking and it seems to help a bit. Is it normal to still be having gas pains at almost a week post op? Is anybody else experiencing anything like this?

Hey Everyone,

Just had a quick question. I was sleeved on the 25th and still seem to be having a lot of gas pains. I constantly feel like there's a big air bubble in my chest and sometimes it hurts after I swallow some liquids. Ive been trying to do a lot of walking and it seems to help a bit. Is it normal to still be having gas pains at almost a week post op? Is anybody else experiencing anything like this?

I have not had surgery yet but a lot of people have responded to that question and suggested using a straw to elimate air and gasx. Hope someone with more knowledge responds. Good luck

Mine was done on the 24th, so I am 7 days postop. Yes, I still get the gas bubbles, especially when I drink a little too much at one time. So I think you're probably right on track.No straws--they made it worse for me.

Straws will force more air into your tummy. Try to avoid them.

Straws will force more air into your tummy. Try to avoid them.

Glad you posted that... I thought people had said to use straws to avoid the air. I might have been putting myself in unnecessary pain. lol

I was the same way for a few days post op, but has mostly improved. My doc said was from swelling in new tummy and should improve as the swelling goes down.