A Rather Embarrassing Question About Gas....

[tkcuvelier 0]

Okay, so this has been going on for the last few days, and I have to ask, as I'm becoming a bit concerned. I was banded on Oct. 16, 2008 and am nearing the end of my 6th week post-op.

I've not had any real issues with any of the foods being slowly added into my diet until now... My mother sent home some turkey to me on Thursday. It was the first turkey I'd eaten in quite some time, very moist and chewed well, of cours. Unfortunately, several hours later, I was struck by a horrible bout of gas that kept me awake all night. I finally got to the point where if I was somewhat sitting up and reclining, say on the couch, or up and walking, I was fine and without pain, but laying back down again caused the same gas pains.

Unfortunately, several days later, the gas has not really gone away. I'm left with a pinching feeling in my right side that aches when I lay flat on my bed, and so have been sleeping propped up on the couch. The pain almost feels similar to appendicitis, though I had my appendix out when I was 12. When I'm standing up and moving, I still can't feel anything at all -- no pain, nothing.

I can pass gas alright, and have been having bowel movements, and of course I've the back and spine ache that comes with bad gas. I can feel things gurgling about, etc, but the pinching pain stays on my right side in the same place.

I'm pretty sure this is just intestinal gas, but the fact that it's lasting so long has me worried. What exactly is it like to have a twisted bowel, if any of you have experienced this complication? I have an appointment to see my doctor, but it's not for a few days yet, and I really think I just need some peace of mind, which is why I'm posting this here.

Is this just an example of a food that does not agree with my band? I already know eggs and I no longer get along, though the experience was much different...

Thanks!

Tara

Edited November 24, 2008 by tkcuvelier

[stevegoad 32]

I wouldn't worry. I could be a number of things - maybe the turkey wasn't that good for you, maybe it was a little bad in and of it self (your symptoms could actually discribe a mild case of food poisioning). Maybe a slight stomach bug.

I doubt it is anything as severe as a twisted bowel, or a damaged band.

Most likely it is nothing severe at all. You will know by the end of this week if turkey is a bad food for you and you can go from there.