Hi - I was just banded on Monday and am now home. Everything is going fine, EXCEPT gas pain. The pain meds take care of the actual surgery pain, but my stomach is so distended and tight with gas. It is painful and I can't seem to get rid of it. I have no problems with using the obvious methods, but my body just doesn't seem to be using them! So I am stuck and it is painful. Any hints, suggestions, etc. on what to do? I am doing so great in every other aspect, that if I could just address this issue, I'd be SOO relieved and happy!! Also, I am drinking a lot of apple juice - does that cause gas? Thanks for any help you can give me!! :thumbup:

Clayverde - when did your gas problems finally go away?