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I was banded on March 19th. I am still very bloated and the gas pain bothers me more than anything. I have been out walking every day. I am soo bloated I can only wear pants with elastic because I can't even button any pants. Yesterday, I finally relieved more gas but I am still very bloated and full of gas...Is there anything else anyone did to get over this? I was told the sooner I got up and walking it would subside but I have been walking everyday and it still sits there.

I used Dr. Steinberg out of Dekalb Medical center. I live and work at a hospital in Gwinnett and had Never been to Dekalb so I was nervous but I had the BEST experience! Everyone loves Dr. Steinberg and everyone at Dekalb is amazing! The staff has always been very attentive.

I tried those Gas x strips and they did not help...they say the gas is from the gas they have to pump into you for the surgery it's not like "regular" intestinal gas. I finally asked the doc and he said walking and time....ughh. So I have been walking as much as possible, but I have had another lap surgery and did not have bloating and gas like this. Thanks for the advice though!

Hello, My surgery is scheduled for tomorrow...I am sooo excited! I am looking forward to being a member of this forum.

Thanks everyone! I live in Gwinnett.

I keep seeing people saying they are using bullets...What are bullets? I am 2 days post-op and feeling pretty good besides the gas but walking is definately helping. The only problem I am having is back and neck pain from trying to sleep in a reclining position. We don't have a recliner so I just prop myself on pillows. Does anyone know if there is any other way to sleep during this healing process? I have also been wearing a compression cami...it's one of those girdle cami's and it makes me feel more stable when I'm up and around.

Hey everyone! This is my first post and my surgery is tomorrow!!! I am sooo nervous and excited! How about Marvalous March Melters?