6 days post op

[Elyse 18]

Hey Everyone,

Just had a quick question. I was sleeved on the 25th and still seem to be having a lot of gas pains. I constantly feel like there's a big air bubble in my chest and sometimes it hurts after I swallow some liquids. Ive been trying to do a lot of walking and it seems to help a bit. Is it normal to still be having gas pains at almost a week post op? Is anybody else experiencing anything like this?

[wareagle40 3]

Hey Everyone,

Just had a quick question. I was sleeved on the 25th and still seem to be having a lot of gas pains. I constantly feel like there's a big air bubble in my chest and sometimes it hurts after I swallow some liquids. Ive been trying to do a lot of walking and it seems to help a bit. Is it normal to still be having gas pains at almost a week post op? Is anybody else experiencing anything like this?

I have not had surgery yet but a lot of people have responded to that question and suggested using a straw to elimate air and gasx. Hope someone with more knowledge responds. Good luck

[seniorsleever 17]

Mine was done on the 24th, so I am 7 days postop. Yes, I still get the gas bubbles, especially when I drink a little too much at one time. So I think you're probably right on track.No straws--they made it worse for me.

[AutumnLily 77]

Straws will force more air into your tummy. Try to avoid them.

[wareagle40 3]

Straws will force more air into your tummy. Try to avoid them.

Glad you posted that... I thought people had said to use straws to avoid the air. I might have been putting myself in unnecessary pain. lol

[leeblewb 9]

I was the same way for a few days post op, but has mostly improved. My doc said was from swelling in new tummy and should improve as the swelling goes down.