Will I Ever Stop Farting and Burping? Hiatal Hernia repair

[Leoakie86 8]

Hi all. I got my lapband 1/30/15 and so far have been very successful. I have lost 20 lbs. Everything is going really well, my diet is great and I've been using myfitnesspal and fitbit as tools as well. But only one thing... I am constantly farting and burping.

I did have a hiatal hernia repaired at the same time as my lap band procedure... perhaps it's still healing? I was told having that having it repaired would fix the burping. The farting is the worse part. I fart ALL the time and sometimes I can't hold it in when in public.

Any suggestions on what I can do? I'm never going to meet a man with all this gas.

[Debbie3sons 1,936]

Just a suggestion have some one get you some gas x strips , also TRY to walk for 5_10 minutes it Will get better in a couple of weeks.

[lisacaron 5,075]

@@Leoakie86 if you are eating a high lactose diet or things that contain lactose such as milk or dairy products, high Protein shakes, powders or bars it could be caused by a lactose intolerance. If you never had that before, you could have developed it. I had a similar issue after surgery, the cure is to get some Lactaid chew able tablets. Trust me they will help you out, and it wouldn't hurt to add a probiotic to your diet for a while as well to get the flora in your tummy and intestines feeling good

Gas is usually caused by our food not fully breaking down and hanging around too long...this should help you out.

[fee139 63]

I'm a year and half out and the gas is the worst thing of all! A friend of mine is the same way and she is 10 months out. Doesn't matter how we change our diets or all the gas x, beano, phazyme you take, it doesn't help. Fortunately, my husband just laughs and goes on about it. But it is horrible when you have to work and you have to find corners or go outside before you bust! I would love to give you a word of encouragement, but I think it's here to stay!!!

[lisacaron 5,075]

but I think it's here to stay!!!

Noooo don't think that!!! Seriously give your doctor a call. Having gas like that even with out WLS is a sign of digestive issues.

If your bariatric Dr. does not have a gastroenterology Dr. as part of his team ask for a recommendation and go see them. You do not have to live with flatulence.

[Debbie3sons 1,936]

It really does depend on what you Drink or Eat , some days I don't have it at all & some days it's like putting all day , I AM 3 years out & it Depends on what I eat or drink , even my productive burping some times kicks in big time & I also had a hiatal hernia repair , but I don't have the heartburn, gerd or Major IBS I used to , I still have the gas here & there , but make sure to mention it to your Surgeon , he/she will ask questions be honest maybe they can figure it out or help you.

[Leoakie86 8]

Yeah I think I need try to cut diary from my diet for sure or maybe go get tested for lactose intolerance. Thanks for the suggestions guys I've tried gasX doesn't seem to help but I will try the lactaid tabs and a probiotic

[parisshel 1,892]

2 years post-op and still farting. I never passed gas before (well, not like this). I believe it is because food just stays around long in the digestive track, giving it time to compost and create gas.

The only time I had increased burps was right after fills, when I had to kind of burp my liquids down if I gulped too fast. Sipping was the answer.

As for never finding a boyfriend due to gas....believe me, your future boyfriend will be thrilled to find a partner with whom to fart. There will be a small probationary period where you both hold it in, but past the six-month mark, you'll be tooting away in tandem.

[onmywaytobeingfound 163]

How to Poop at Work: https://youtu.be/4Uvl9Mstj4A

This video also covers how to fart at work! I've had terrible gas since my surgery. I've been told it's just an unfortunate side effect. So thought a little humor on the subject might be nice :-)

[newrose2427 30]

Probiotic pill every morning for me before Breakfast, seems to keep my tummy at bay extremely better than when I don't take it. Just a suggestion :-) Good luck dear!

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi there, I had epic farting for months after surgery (also had hernia repair) -- thought this was a new feature of my life but then one day it just stopped.

[theyellowone 2]

I have the same problem and I had my surgery in November. I thinks it's normal

[Leoakie86 8]

Update : started taking an Otc probiotic and it has really helped a ton

[blondebomb 580]

Y'all had me over here laughing! Not laughing at you but you understand i hope..???? yes i had hernia repair..im 8 months po and it happens alot here!! Lol..gas strips would help..i wonder at x also if being in public is good..lol..????

[blondebomb 580]

How to Poop at Work: https://youtu.be/4Uvl9Mstj4A

This video also covers how to fart at work! I've had terrible gas since my surgery. I've been told it's just an unfortunate side effect. So thought a little humor on the subject might be nice :-)

lol!