Chest "air bubble"?

[dominyks_mom 54]

So I am 5 days post-op and I have been noticing this feeling of an air bubble in my chest, but don't think it is an air bubble. Anyone else have this or may know what it is?

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[FrankyG 1,450]

If it feels like pain or discomfort (pressure) then it is likely the gas they use to inflate the abdomen for the laproscopic surgery still needing to be absorbed. It can be pretty uncomfortable for at least a week - 10 days from my recollection.

Moving more and time is the only real cure. Get up and walk around several times an hour. Nothing strenuous - just walk. It will help to get it moving and reduce it over time.

If you still feel it at your next doctor visit, bring it up, but it likely isn't anything to really worry about unless you're still experiencing pain or intense discomfort at 2+ weeks out (in which case, call your doctor's office to ask if you should come in).

[dominyks_mom 54]

Oh I have no pain or anything like, never really did. it is just this chest pain that lasts for a few seconds that sometimes wakes me up at night. Thought maybe needing to take antacid for it to see if it helps

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[G386 11]

I get this too when something gets stuck. It feels like you want to burp but can't. A couple of times I have thrown up after this feeling.

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[dominyks_mom 54]

I get it at random times and when I haven't eaten. Sometimes feels better after eating. Going to try some antacids if it doesn't let up though. Some days are better than others

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[eso 48]

Oh I hate that! I found Gas X dissolvable strips help

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[dominyks_mom 54]

Might have to try. I get it with certain foods too. So maybe that's what it is

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