2nd chance 0 Posted August 16, 2011 I had my surgery Aug. 9 and was discharged Wed evening. I had done my homework, bought the right liquid foods & Vitamins.....but NOBODY told me how painful a repaired hernia would be on top of sleeve recovery. There are times when I try to sip Water (yea, just water) or even take a deep breath and CLINCH, my chest feels like it is in a death grip. Then there have been nights when the gas pain in both stomach and lower intestines was unbearable. It hurt to cry....I think I had good prep on how life will be.....but not for the first week or so after surgery. Anyone have tips to relieve pain? I use a heating pad, Gas X chewables, Chamomille tea.... P.S. Stay away from the little laughing cow cheese.....who knew 1 small wedge of soft cheese could create a 24 hr. torture? He got the last laugh on that one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eliza 0 Posted August 16, 2011 Sorry to hear that your repaired hernia is painful. I had a hiatal hernia too but not as painful as yours. I did get slight discomfort with gas but what really helped me is children suppository. I had gas and well it hurt to push so I used my baby's suppository and whala...The pain dissipated. I hope this helps and you have a quick recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MeMeMEEE 206 Posted August 16, 2011 walking helps the gas tremendously! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladiebashful 1 Posted August 18, 2011 what ur not suppose to have cheese on ur 3 day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indymom 132 Posted August 18, 2011 Every food plan is different, mine allowed me to have soft reduced-fat cheese, refried Beans and cottage cheese at day 4 . . . but I've seen others on clears for 10 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
