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 haven't read about this situation before, so it's definitely not common. I hope they can figure out what it is - I'm sure you're miserable!!

Ditto. I've never heard of it. I'm so sorry you are going through this. I'm glad you went and had blood tests and check ups but perhaps they are missing something. It is neither normal or common.

I'm so sorry that you are experiencing this. I hope you find resolution soon!