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Hi everyone. Is anyone having trouble with gas pain. It's in my abdomen area and is killing me. I feel so bloated. It's not longer in my back or shoulders just there. Going to try some gas x strips. Other than that I fe great. I really have to force my Protein Drink but it seems to hurt when I drink it.

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Most of my pain is incidental, meaning when I move or cough. I'm not getting much for gas pain but have been walking like crazy. I'm not taking any narcotics anymore though I probably could use some. I've learned to take the smallest of small sips every minute or two and that seems to help too.

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Hi everyone. Is anyone having trouble with gas pain. It's in my abdomen area and is killing me. I feel so bloated. It's not longer in my back or shoulders just there. Going to try some gas x strips. Other than that I fe great. I really have to force my Protein drink but it seems to hurt when I drink it.

Omg me too I want to cry, what can we?!?!

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I tried the gas x strips and they have helped a lot! I still feel a little bloated but I think that is probably normal. It may be a feeling of fullness? I keep telling myself it's only our 4th day after surgery. From the sounds of it, it seems we're all doing pretty well so far. Each day seems to be getting better. I do get pains in my stomach after I drink Water or Protein. Hoping that gets better. I start full liquids tomorrow. Not sure if I will try something or just stick with protein and water for a few more days.

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Jealous for all that can do the 4oz an hour! Lol I can't handle the fullness because of all this damn gas!!

Stayed an extra night & I miss the dilauden but taking Tylenol in the day & Percocet at night just to sleep. Not much pain really... More gas & fullness for me!!!

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Jealous for all that can do the 4oz an hour! Lol I can't handle the fullness because of all this damn gas!!

Stayed an extra night & I miss the dilauden but taking Tylenol in the day & Percocet at night just to sleep. Not much pain really... More gas & fullness for me!!!

are you taking one or more than one at a time?

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I tried the gas x strips and they have helped a lot! I still feel a little bloated but I think that is probably normal. It may be a feeling of fullness? I keep telling myself it's only our 4th day after surgery. From the sounds of it, it seems we're all doing pretty well so far. Each day seems to be getting better. I do get pains in my stomach after I drink Water or Protein. Hoping that gets better. I start full liquids tomorrow. Not sure if I will try something or just stick with protein and water for a few more days.

are you taking more than one strip at a time?

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I went in on December 1. I wrote in another post that they didn't do the gastrectomy on me cause they found a tumor and had to stop. I got released the same day. I'm in a ton of pain though. Wish they had kept me. The hydro pills don't even touch it. The gas pressure is much worse than I imagined it would be. :/ ugh

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I take one at a time as needed. My doctor's office time me I could take up to four a day. I agree the 4 oz is a lot bc as soon as my stomach feels a little better in filling it up and getting bloated again. I'm sure it will pass once the swelling in our stomach goes down.

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I had my surgery yesterday (12/2). Hope everyone is doing well!

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I went in on December 1. I wrote in another post that they didn't do the gastrectomy on me cause they found a tumor and had to stop. I got released the same day. I'm in a ton of pain though. Wish they had kept me. The hydro pills don't even touch it. The gas pressure is much worse than I imagined it would be. :/ ugh

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I am so sorry you're going through this. Maybe call your surgeons office and tell them how much pain you're still in?

My sleeve was canceled in 2012 because I got blood clots in my legs and lungs 10 days before my surgery. Years of waiting and I have finally gotten to feeling better and was sleeved yesterday. Just remember you're not alone and if you need to talk I'd be more than happy to chat anytime. Just think, or you hadn't been going in for WLS, you may have ever even known about the tumor. I'm sure everything will work out just fine in the end.

Have they outlined a plan of action with your tumor yet? You'll be in my thought and prayers.

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Hi All! I am back amongst the living. Surgery was fairly uneventful. I felt I had great care in the hospital. Spent 2nights and was glad to be home in my own bed last night! My main issue is getting in enough fluids. Glad my buddies are hanging in there.

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I went in on December 1. I wrote in another post that they didn't do the gastrectomy on me cause they found a tumor and had to stop. I got released the same day. I'm in a ton of pain though. Wish they had kept me. The hydro pills don't even touch it. The gas pressure is much worse than I imagined it would be. :/ ugh

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im so sorry to hear that, I hope you feel better soon & everything gets better for you

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I'm new to this app, so bare with me trying to figure it out! Lol. I had my surgery on 11/30/15. I'm currently home and today I get to start the Protein Shakes. I'm still a like achy n gassy. My goal for the day is try to go to the bathroom.

welcome! I am not allowed to have anything but Clear Liquids for 2 weeks but I seem to be healing pretty quickly so we'll see how that goes lol. Have you tried gas-x strips? They have helped me, but the best thing is really to walk around! I've been cooking for my family since yesterday just so I can move around. Good luck!

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