Could I still have gas pains one month later?

Rainydayz · July 30, 2011

Last night my shoulder hurt so much just like it did right after surgery. I'm wondering if it could still be some gas working its way out or something else?

Nancy Rivers · July 30, 2011

Possibly, although not very likely. The gas they pump into us usually dissipates in a week or so. Did you do something different with your arm recently?

Rainydayz · July 30, 2011

Well, I did dig up a shrub in the flower garden a couple days ago. I suppose that could be it. It's a lot better today so maybe it was just sore..

SeattleSue · July 30, 2011

Hey Rainydayz,

I've had intermittent left shoulder pain too. Same exact pain as post-op. I have it primarily when I am sitting in my car and once at the theater. I am 3 weeks post-op. I have wondered the same thing or if it is a pinched nerve...

It seems to build for about 30 minutes and then goes away as soon as I'm moving around. hmmm makes me wonder if I don't have little "pockets" of gas...