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I had my surgery yesterday 5/13/13. It was such a process for me because im so anemic that i had to have a blood transfusion before i could have the surgery.

The gas is horrible. It hurts more than the surgical wounds. But, i had my first Protein shake today and it helped.

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Gas x strips? :)

I haven't had my surgery yet, but I hear they're all the rage! :)

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are you super sore? In Pain??

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Congratulations. Good that you had some Protein.< /p>

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I had my surgery yesterday 5/13/13. It was such a process for me because im so anemic that i had to have a blood transfusion before i could have the surgery.

The gas is horrible. It hurts more than the surgical wounds. But, i had my first Protein shake today and it helped.

The gas is way worse than I expected. Stomach spasms too. No full lip quids for me until Thur. They sent me home this afternoon. Just not sure how I feel about that. Would be getting better break thru pain meds.

Tomorrow will be better. I'm sure.

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The gas is way worse than I expected. Stomach spasms too. No full lip quids for me until Thur. They sent me home this afternoon. Just not sure how I feel about that. Would be getting better break thru pain meds.

Tomorrow will be better. I'm sure.

Yes it does get better.... gas x strips are high on list of necessities.... they really work. Walk as much as possible that helps as well... best wishes to you both!

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Congrats and feel better

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The pain of the incisions are is not too bad. Its hard to find a comfy position to sleep in though.

Thanks for the advice ladies!!

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So I am confused how gas x strips can help gas that is not in your stomach. Isn't the gas used to inflate your abdominal cavity? Maybe I am being dumb, but can someone please explain!!

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