OUCH!

[SandyS 77]

I have the most painful gas pains that wake me in the middle of the night or first thing in the morning. I immediately take Gas - X but while I am waiting for the medication to kick in the pain is unbearable, literally will bring me to my knees. I would love to read what others are experiencing! Do you do anything before going to bed so this doesn't happen? I've been eating very small salads lately and I'm wondering if this could be a contributing factor. By the way I am 9 weeks post-op.

[WildGrits 101]

Lettuce is very hard to digest. Iceburg is very fibrous. If you really want salad try something like baby spinach till your all healed.

[Djmohr 6,965]

You should be all healed at this point given your surgery date. According to my surgeon after 8 weeks your tummy should be healed inside.

Now, lettuce for some reason is very hard on my tummy and can cause exactly what you are describing. Currently I am 4 months post op and still cannot do raw lettuce salads.

I sometimes will put a little on a sandwich and I am finding I can tolerate a tiny bit.

I am guessing this is what is causing your distress at this point.

[SandyS 77]

Thank you both! I figured it might be the lettuce. I wish I could have a sandwich! My physician has told me no bread or Pasta for one year.

[Raec69 11]

Try ROMAINE HEARTS lettuce & Spinach

Easier to digest... Good Luck!!

[SandyS 77]

I will try romaine hearts. Thank you for the tip! ????