newme31 26 Posted February 22, 2013 Yesterday after surgery I was fine...this morning starting at 1 I was up pain meds didn't do much at that point but all day the gas pains were horrible an now (I'm home) an stomach is killing me pls tell me this is normal an 2'rw will be a better day??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DEZ1975 170 Posted February 22, 2013 Perfectly normal! I felt the same way. Walk around your house as much as you can and the gas pains will get better. Drinking my liquids warm really helped me too. Hang in there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
@RealScoobyDoo 94 Posted February 22, 2013 I haven't had my surgery yet, but I've had abdominal surgery before. I can't believe you are home....please stay up on your pain meds. Take them scheduled even if you don't think you need it. Do you have any GasX strips? I've read that they can really help. And make yourself get out of bed and walk. Breathe...hang in there. Do you have a heating pad or hot water bottle for your tummy? Deborah Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tawnie 99 Posted February 22, 2013 All normal! I thought day 2 and 3 were worst. Walk. Walk walk and try really hard to get your fluids. Keep us updated but a week from now you will think it is much easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
atPeace55 71 Posted February 22, 2013 Ditto above very normal we all have been there just walk and take pain meds - you have a lot of air from them blowing up your stomach to the size of a watermelon during surgery now that gas needs to come out. Keep us posted and take care of yourself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nsquared 232 Posted February 22, 2013 I am 16 days post op and didn't feel right until day 4. It does get better. Hang in there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
petra1124 33 Posted February 22, 2013 I have not had my surgery yet, but I have had my gallbladder removed...they inflate you with gas then as well. I experienced gas pain mostly in my shoulder...very bad...but stretching and moving around really helps!! The pain meds didnt seem to help with the gas pain...not really sure why, but it went away within 3 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeriouslyChange 319 Posted February 22, 2013 Oh how I remember 2 days post op... Memories... It is normal and it gets better. Walking really does help. Even if you're only walking a few blocks, do it. It helps the gas pass. And smile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Decembersleever 154 Posted February 22, 2013 Ditto what everyone says Walk as much as you can. This time next week you will feel much better. Hang in there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebonisekim 1,713 Posted February 22, 2013 Hope you feel better tomorrow .. It's true what they say it gets better hang in there I'm cheering you on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yezenia87 2 Posted February 22, 2013 Days 1-3 were the worst ... Once your 1 week post op it magically disapears ... Hang in there you will get relief soon ... Walk drink fluids and rest ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
@RealScoobyDoo 94 Posted February 22, 2013 Newme39...i your pain any better today? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newme31 26 Posted February 22, 2013 Newme39...i your pain any better today? I feel tad bit better today, thank u. I was instructed from my surgeon to head back to ER the pain was so severe but I don't have any leaks. Or anything so ill be here until early Sat evening. I miss my bed...thanks die asking n:! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarahzamudio1091 185 Posted February 22, 2013 Oh god I remember those gas pains !!!! I was walking every 30 minutes in the hospital had to share a room with someone and didnt care how loud I farted lol needed to release !! Hang in there it gets better each day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rybecca20 160 Posted February 22, 2013 I am sorry I was so sick day 2 3 and 4. It was horrible!! I didn't leave hospital until the 6th day. I was begging someone to shoot me the first couple days! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites