I am now officially a bandster.... Surgery went well found out that I had a small hernia, which he repaired.... But how long does the gas pains/abdominal discomfort last??? I have been walking and no relief, I never thought I'd imagine myself saying, how bad I wanna fart and burp. (not trying to be ignorant, just keeping it real). I dont have much of an appetite yet....Cant get pass the gas pains , Im useing gas-x like crazy...ANY SUGGESTIONS PLEASE!!!!!