Had surgery 4 days ago. How long does gas pain last?

[tlynnem 3]

Hi, I just had lap band surgery on February 5, 2014. The biggest pain I am having is bloating and gas, for which I am taking gas-x strips. It is pretty painful though, and I was wondering if any of you could share how long this initial gas discomfort lasts?

[terrydumont46 1,954]

i had gallbladder surgery last monday. the 3rd and they use the same procedure for this surgery as the lapband. i woke to an unexplained sharp pain just above my hip bone on the left side. i assume it is the gas. it will dissipate so use a heating pad where it is hurting and lay on the side of the pain when you are laying down. it helps. get well soon.

[Cat225 93]

I had my surgery on Jan. 30th, and had a lot of pain. The first day the pain was almost unbearable. I actually still have a bit of gas pain, but it's tolerable. I had a really terrible pain in my left shoulder that felt like someone was stabbing me.

After about 6 or 7 days the pain really lessened.

[Bandista 7,466]

Walking really helped me, and the heating pad is a great suggestion -- soothing. I also felt much better after I was able to go to the bathroom. Needed a little help with that even though I didn't take narcotics. Hope you're feeling better soon!

[mama angela 22]

I was banded on Thursday the 6th....yes..gas and Constipation. Someone told me to get the gas x chewable tablets...I have some...helped a little. I have had to take Sena to get things moving...that has helped...I'm hoping to use my psyillium powder tonight. I haven't been able to take pain meds...with nothing but broth or sf Jello on my stomach...those would really cause a problem. I am walking 10 minutes a day on my treadmill...probably should do more...

[Lbktxgal 25]

I had my lap band on Jan 30th and still have gas pain. Drinking warmed up diluted apple juice has helped me. Good luck

[tlynnem 3]

Thanks to all of you for the feedback. It really helps. Best wishes as well on your journeys.

[kll724 3,055]

My gas pains stayed for about a week. Walking helps alot. Taking your gas meds, and heating pads, too. I found that the shoulder pain, came about a week into recovery and lasted longest. Best wishes, and congrats on your surgery.Karen..aka.kll724

Edited February 10, 2014 by kll724

[MzEboni912 177]

Hi, I just had lap band surgery on February 5, 2014. The biggest pain I am having is bloating and gas, for which I am taking gas-x strips. It is pretty painful though, and I was wondering if any of you could share how long this initial gas discomfort lasts?

Mine lasted about a week and a half

[Lumpy 18]

I was banded in 2007 and was better in about a week. I just had my band repositioned yesterday and gained 6 lbs in a day. I have, I guess it's gas pain, at the top of my shoulders/neck area. My tummy feels bloated. Hope this leaves soon.

[tlynnem 3]

Thanks again to all of you who wrote. I found that walking and a heating pad both really helped. It has now been 2-1/2 weeks and I am happy to say that the gas pain has gone.