Gas!!!

[elysianda]

Greetings! I had my VSG 3 days ago and they also repaired a hiatal hernia. I have been taking Gas-X but every time I drink (even when I'm not drinking) I am belching like crazy. Also I haven't moved my bowels in probably 4-5 days. Any advice?

 

[KarenWV]

Absolutely! I was advised NOT to use Metamucil; much too harsh while you are healing. I started with 2 spoonfuls of Benefiber mixed with Gatorade Zero daily and have had only one problem with constipation about 2 months after surgery (a cheese thing that needed Miralax to fix). Maybe Bean-o will help with the gas. This is not medical advice, just a friendly suggestion. Good luck.

 

[elysianda]

Thanks, both.

 

[JudyNY]

The burping is normal after surgery, I was told, and better to get it out. I kept apologizing and the nurses said, no just let it out!

 

[Kathi_S]

Smooth move tea.