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4 weeks and terrible gas pains

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Justsnets
Justsnets

I had a laparoscopic colpopexy with vaginal posterior repair 4 weeks ago. I'm recovering well except I've had terrible gas pains and they're not improving. I've always been a gassy person. Is anyone else dealing with this? Everything  else is good. I still get tired and some pressure if I'm up and about too much. I'm resting a lot but the gas pains are bad. My bowels are working well.

This forum is great! So much support and information.

Thanks,

Pam

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  • Cazinbed
    Cazinbed Justsnets

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    Hi... I haven't had gas pains.. maybe try a different laxative? What I do have is terrible buttock and sciatic pain. Can't stand on my feet for more than a minute without pain .. but it's only 2 1/2 weeks since my surgery so probably to be expected.

  • Tudalen
    Tudalen Justsnets

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    Hello

    you say you are usually gassy which could be due to underlying digestive issues. If food is not effectively broken down during digestion it can lead to excess gas. A course of probiotics could help, however it would be best to consult a qualified nutritionist, or better still a systemic kinesiologist to identify your particular situation. Hoping things improve soon, gas pain can be so excruciating. 

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