Gas Pain and Portion Control

NurseMichelle · May 4, 2006

Hello guys, I have a question for ya. I had my band in on 042806 in mexico, if anyone wants to read about it I posted it in the journal section. My question is, I had such horrible gas pain the first 2-3 nights then it mostly went away. Now it is back with a vengeance 6 days later. I can tell that it is gas. It kinda moves around. Any ideas on how to get rid of it??? Moving around has worked much for me. Also did anyones doctor give them an exact amount of liquid meals they should have. like 4 oz 6 oz etc. I think I am drinking like 8 oz at a time and getting very full, sometimes a little uncomfortable. But I don't want to be messing up my band placement. :help:

Shontel · May 5, 2006

I can only do about 3 oz of any thick liquids...maybe 4 sometimes. And I wish I would have been told of 'how much' to expect to be able to sip b/c, I didn't have that info either. Good question.

erashi · May 5, 2006

I was banded on 4/10/06 in Mexico with Dr. Kuri.

Great experience, however, I did get the gas pains in the shoulder that lasted about 10 days. The most helpful thing for me was the heating pad. It is nice when they go away. As far as how much liquid, my Dr. said that as soon as you feel any discomfort or pressure to stop. I generally have one more bite in my mouth when I feel the restriction and I just stop when that bite is done.

Good luck.

Elaine