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Hi everyone just had my gastric sleeve done on the 30th and I'm still adjusting to this new way of life . My question is , is it normal for it to be difficult to swallow anything I find it to be hard and it's like a pressure let's add I'm completely full of gas any suggestions thank

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    It's completely normal at this stage. You have probably heard this but these do work: SLOWLY sip all beverages. The swelling will subside and it will get easier. WALK to get rid of the gas. I

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It's completely normal at this stage.

You have probably heard this but these do work:

SLOWLY sip all beverages. The swelling will subside and it will get easier.

WALK to get rid of the gas. It works better than anything else. Some people also swear by Gas-X.

Good Luck!

Hi everyone just had my gastric sleeve done on the 30th and I'm still adjusting to this new way of life . My question is , is it normal for it to be difficult to swallow anything I find it to be hard and it's like a pressure let's add I'm completely full of gas any suggestions thank

Yes I had the same problem with swallowing, it did start to subside after a few days. The Gas X strips that disolve on your tongue are great for gas, you will feel so much better when that is out of your system.

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Thanks guys this is a big adjustment for me it feels like heartburn even though I never had it before but that's what I'm experiencing

I've been having the same problem as well and thought it was just me. Glad I came across the topic and read the comments!

I had a hard time swallowing anything for a very long time. I would get stomach spasms quite frequently, to the point where my doctor had me on meds to help control the spasms for a while, and it did help. Be patient with yourself, and remember to SIP!! Best of luck! :)

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I find it difficult then it's like heartburn idk I never had hurt burn but I guess that's what it feels like I'm taking my baby sips I'm impatient so this is a learning task for me lol

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