I just had my band done on 5/15/07 and I cannot burp and the gas pains are so uncomfortable. Can someone please tell me what they did to ease the pain.I cannot sleep in bed at this time my bed for now is the recliner..:help:

You will do fine! You should have on hand protein drinks. That is the best thing to have for at least the first two weeks. They are easy on the stomach and keep your strength up. If you have been on the two week liquid diet prior to surgery then by now you know which ones you like and don't like. I have found mixing some of mine with UNsweetened Silk Soy milk adds a richness, sometimes I add some water. I have the Unjury Chicken Protein Broth and mixed that way and heated up is the best for a soothing, filling meal. I am talking about the Silk in the dairy case. It has lower calories than skim milk and the same amount of protein. Good luck!

I should have specified that I was talking about the protein powders. Other than the Achieve's I have not found a liquid product that I like.

The gas-x really does seem to help.... last night finally had a decent night sleep - only got up 3 times... to stretch & take some more gas-x.

Have started back on my walking too - which has helped a little.

Tomorrow it's back to work- YUK !

oh my goodness,why did i not get warned about the horrible pain from the incisions and the horrific gas pains? this is much worse than i ever thought it would be.i'm walking,turning onto my sides,drinking my water taking pepcid,which i don't feel is working for my gas.I will buy liquid gas -x tomorrow to try. I'm getting down on all fours now so we'll see.:omg: