Hey there, 3 months post op and really struggling with permanent cramps & burping. This seems to happen every time I have my period, however, my PMS pre surgery was never this bad. I now cramp permanently (24/7) for up to 2.5 weeks (even though my period itself only lasts 3-5 days), i’m bloated and I permanently need to burp as the gas is just extreme. Basically I feel like how I did in my first week after surgery with the gas, walking and burping.

I’m in severe pain and every night I have spasm attacks so my sleep is really bad.

Has anyone else been through this? if so:

1) How did you manage this?

2) How long did it last?

3) why has it happened?

I have already had all my blood tests done, had an ultrasound, been to see my surgeon twice and there is nothing actually wrong with me, he’s referred me to a gynaecologist (because hormones is definitely impacting this and I have high insulin resistance which hasn’t reduced) and gastroenterologist to rule out any colon inflammation or infections. But at this stage he thinks it’s severe IBS with hormone changes.

The thing is – I’M IN TOO MUCH PAIN 24/7.

I’m so sorry you are going through this.

I don’t have answers to your questions but I did want to also suggest - if you haven’t already, to see an endocrinologist.

Mine has been a blessing when it comes to my insulin resistance - looking at hormone imbalances and trying to problem solve things my pcp and gynecologist can’t quite figure out.

I hope you find some answers and relief soon.

You may have developed an intolerance to something. Gas and cramping means your body is having digestive issues with a certain good. Try cutting dairy for a week, if it improves there ya go, if not try sugar substitutes for the next week. I became lactose intolerant after surgery.