ArcticFox

I had RNY bypass surgery and hiatal hernia repair on 12/22. I'm worried I over did it with walking. I've been having sharp pain on the left side of my abdomen and up under my ribs when I take deep breaths (the last 3-4 days). The pain is constant, but only becomes sharp/stabbing when I try to breathe deep or twist my torso. I'm still doing all clear liquids, getting my 60+ oz of water a day & added protien shakes today without issue. Wondering if this is normal and/or if anyone else experienced this. Thanks! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

That is really helpful, thank you for sharing your experience. Over about a week my pains subsided and kind of moved around. After talking with a nurse and a few other bariatric patients I assumed it must be gas since it moved slowly. Now it's mostly gone, but im having a really hard time getting enough water every day. Different day, different challenge 😄 I hope you get comfortable and your gas pains fade quickly!

Thanks, everyone. It seems like this is really common (based on several forums and fb groups I've searched) yet, nothing was mentioned before surgery. Hoping this ends soon.

Thanks. Definitely reached out, just wanted to see if others have had this experience too. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app