Problem here...I can't burp and it's causing me problems

[kermit_ojp 0]

I know this may sound dumb. And honestly, the only people who I have ever found that have this same problem, are people who wrote into this forum on the internet for other people that can't burp (there's about 300 of us).

I can't physically burp, never have been able to. I can't make myself burp, and it never comes naturally. Maybe 5 times in my life has it come naturally. So anytime I drink or eat too much, the gas gets stuck in my throat and chest area, and basically sits there until I can find 20 minutes to lie down flat, or let it go away on it's own...(hours).

About 5 days post-op, this has gotten worse. Pretty much anytime I eat anything or drink too much, it happens. And by eating, we're talking about a tablespoon of food here, per meal. Drinking....little sips taken every few minutes or so over a long period of time will cause it.

When the gas gets stuck, I get really nauseous, unless there is a place for me to lie down flat to let it pass. If I can't lie down, then the nausea (which could last hours), makes it really difficult to eat or drink anything.

The short of it is, I know I'm not getting enough Water, calories, or Protein in. I'm really scared this might be a long term problem. Does the gas eventually calm down?? Or are you all finding you still need to burp every time you eat?

In the meantime, what the hell do I do?? No medication has ever worked...gas X, rolaids, tums, etc. My friends have always made fun of me growing up, because I couldn't burp and it would cause a great damper on my social life when we would try to go to dinner and then have drinks after. I always had to cut out early because I was feeling sick.

I talked to the doc about it and he had no real solution. On the other forum, some of these people have been to gastro specialists, had tests, etc, and no one has found a real cure.

At this point, I'm ready to hire someone who specializes in muscle memory to teach me how to burp.

God, I'm sure this all sounds completely ridiculous....and the only reason I'm putting it out there, is because I'm worried about my caloric/protein/water intake. Plus, I'm working out everyday and burning about 300 calories, so that also has me worried.

Anyway, hoping someone else on this board has had this problem and has found the miracle cure. :thumbup:

[Deb 0]

Pepcid ac complete chewables help me a lot. Plus you can crush them easily and mix w a tiny bit of Water or suck on them to get them down. I know how you feel. I am having the same problem everytime i sip. But,,,,I can burp. I have been assured by someone else on this forum that the gas does get better. Maybe you could try taking something for the gas before you drink.

[barbannn 4]

Bless your heart, Deb. YOu must be miserable. I think God gave me your burps. I know you must feel like one of the NY floats in the Macy Parade. I do not have any advice, but am so sorry for this discomfort. I had been really hating my burps, I think I will rethink that today! It is a blessing indeed.

[sweetie333 3]

well, i noticed when I overfill my sleeve, it is more difficult to burp so you must leave a little empty place. also my sister helps me by hitting me on my back:) really she is doing it all the time and I love it:)

[kermit_ojp 0]

well, i noticed when I overfill my sleeve, it is more difficult to burp so you must leave a little empty place. also my sister helps me by hitting me on my back:) really she is doing it all the time and I love it:)

ha...yes, I've had friends hit me on the back. You can imagine how that looks in public...:biggrin0: But that doesn't help either.

Maybe this early on, a tablespoon of food is too much? I'll try cutting that in half and see if it helps. Or maybe I need to return to only liquids for a while.

Ugh...this SUCKS! :thumbup:

[stoongal 10]

Kermit you little doll, what a predicament you are in, no burps to relieve the pressure! Can I recommend something that seems to work for me? Probiotics. No not the yogurt, but the kind you take by mouth. I have 2 kinds, one that is for travelling with, individual packets that you can sprinkle on your tongue, and capsules that you keep in the fridge, anyway they really help with bloating and gas and anything related to digestion. Worth a try?

[kermit_ojp 0]

Kermit you little doll, what a predicament you are in, no burps to relieve the pressure! Can I recommend something that seems to work for me? Probiotics. No not the yogurt, but the kind you take by mouth. I have 2 kinds, one that is for travelling with, individual packets that you can sprinkle on your tongue, and capsules that you keep in the fridge, anyway they really help with bloating and gas and anything related to digestion. Worth a try?

Heck ya, it's worth a try. I'm googling it now and will go after work to find some! Thanks so much, and I'll let you know! :crying:

[kermit_ojp 0]

Well, the pro-biotics really didn't do anything. My doc called to check on me today, so I told him what was going on. He called in two meds--a nerve med, and an anti-ulcer. Received one, and waiting on the other to be approved by insurance.

So hopefully this will work. Otherwise, he said he's admitting me for dehydration and starvation. Frustrating. Please keep your fingers crossed that this will work. I really want to drink and eat....I swear! :confused1:

[i1Linda 15]

Kermit -

Did the meds work? Worried about you....

[kermit_ojp 0]

I think they are working. Not to the full extent of what I would like it to be, but I'm definitely able to take more food and liquids in after starting the Reglan.

Thanks for checking on me, and I'll keep you posted. Just taking away half the gas in my throat and chest has helped tremendously!

[i1Linda 15]

Glad to hear you are feeling better. Take care.