I am just wondering if what I am experiencing is gas or what. I am 5 days post-op. The pain in my shoulder has eased considerably, thank goodness! Now, it feels like I constantly have to burp, but no burp comes out. It is like a tightness or pressure in my chest going through to below my left shoulder blade. I wouldn't exactly call it painful, but it is uncomfortable. Is it gas or just post surgical discomfort that will go away or what?

yep, thats that lovely gas! u just gotta walk around alot and stuff try to wiggle it out. i ate some chewable gas x pills too and it helped. i think all my gas is out now cuz i only feel a lil discomfort when i drink a lil too fast

That's correct it's gas, watch how you drink. My doctor told me to drink everthing like it's hot coffee, sip slowly. It really helped. Just wait it out it does get better. You'll wake up one day and feel like yourself. Everone is different but it took me 10 days.

yep, I agree...gas. try laying down then go into a sitting position bending over at the waist as you get up. your body has to learn to burp. don't worry and get used to it burping will become a way of life...have fun!!

I'm having the same gas issue. Gas-X thin strips seem to help a bit, but most importantly, you must sip slowly. I need to practice what I preach. ; )

oh yea get a heating pad it does wonders!