lisalisalisa 54 Posted August 29, 2013 Ok, I get that everyone has gas from abdominal surgery. I'd had it before and it sure didn't last this long. I'd like to blame it on fatty food but by far the largest part of my diet is Protein Shakes right now so that's not it. I am really hoping that I'm not going to go from being fat to being a permanent gas bag lol. Yuck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vicki s 146 Posted August 29, 2013 I was just reading a book i bought on RNY last nite and it was saying how after bypass, we have more gas, more frequently, and bad smell, and more forceful...LOL, I didnt write it, just sayin'......its because our intestines are shorter... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeepchick42 193 Posted August 29, 2013 Funny enough, it's the protein!!!! Protein, especially whey protein, makes you gassy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisalisalisa 54 Posted August 29, 2013 All I know is this has to stop I feel like a freaking balloon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Wojo 32 Posted August 29, 2013 I'm the same way. It sucks. Highest Weight: 511lbs Pre Surgery: 435lbs Current Weight: 397 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisalisalisa 54 Posted August 29, 2013 They talk about how great you are going to look but no one tells you that no one will ever want to come near you again lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisalisalisa 54 Posted August 29, 2013 I'm going to try adding yogurt in. Their are a number of posts out there on the internet where people were helped somewhat by Probiotics. I'll try anything, this sucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
janette 4 Posted August 29, 2013 I was just reading a book i bought on RNY last nite and it was saying how after bypass' date=' we have more gas, more frequently, and bad smell, and more forceful...LOL, I didnt write it, just sayin'......its because our intestines are shorter...[/quote'] What's the name of the book please? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
music1618 879 Posted August 29, 2013 I am 14 months post op and have bad gas still. I have however found out how much my husband loves me. Any man that still loves a woman after some of these smells is a keeper. With that being said get online and buy Devrom. It is an internal deodorant that works wonders. I don't know how it works but trust me it works. When I told my hubby I was almost out of them in casual conversation he got online and quickly ordered me two bottles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vicki s 146 Posted August 29, 2013 I am 14 months post op and have bad gas still. I have however found out how much my husband loves me. Any man that still loves a woman after some of these smells is a keeper. With that being said get online and buy Devrom. It is an internal deodorant that works wonders. I don't know how it works but trust me it works. When I told my hubby I was almost out of them in casual conversation he got online and quickly ordered me two bottles.< /p> this was also mentioned in the book ...lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vicki s 146 Posted August 29, 2013 What's the name of the book please? "the expert guide to weight loss surgery" By garth davis .....he and his dad have a show called "big medicine" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
janette 4 Posted August 29, 2013 "the expert guide to weight loss surgery" By garth davis .....he and his dad have a show called "big medicine" THANK YOU!! 1 vicki s reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ajustice 484 Posted August 29, 2013 Ok' date=' I get that everyone has gas from abdominal surgery. I'd had it before and it sure didn't last this long. I'd like to blame it on fatty food but by far the largest part of my diet is Protein shakes right now so that's not it. I am really hoping that I'm not going to go from being fat to being a permanent gas bag lol. Yuck![/quote'] Love that phrase," gas bag." I feel like that daily and still take gas x! My husband says he wants his lady back cause this is not ladylike lol it's sooooo bad and I'm ashamed of how relieved I feel after it finally starts moving..notice I didn't flat out say I'm ashamed that I enjoy farting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bakawaka 108 Posted August 29, 2013 At 9 months post op I am convinced that flatulence will be an ongoing issue, no matter what foods are eaten. It is frustrating. But I prefer extra farting and being thinner to farting less and being fatter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisalisalisa 54 Posted August 29, 2013 Several sources I read recommended yogurt or a probiotic. I ate yogurt today AND took a probiotic and I will say it's better. I still feel bloated but at least I dont feel like someone could tie a rope around my waist and fly me in the Macy's parade in November! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites