Boating and Gas Pains ?

Hi folks, I know this is a delicate subject, but we are all family here. Lately, I have been having trouble with terrible bloating and pain and the urge to pass gas but unable to do so. It hurts and there is no way to relieve it. Finally after hours and hours, it is better and my digestive track seems to be able to work again. Does this sound at all familiar to anyone out there? Is this a hint to an impending blockage or something? I am such a baby sometimes, but this really is bad. Thoughts? Also, my surgeon went to Iraq and his partner is in the process of closing business.(Barix) Should I contact him or my PCP? Last time I was on the verge of going to the ER because it was Sunday night, but I finally fell asleep and woke up better. I appreciate your input! Kim M.

Kim... first thing call your Doctor right away! Then I would try some gas-X. Good luck Darla

Darla, i know it is crazy but GasX never even entered my mind. Funny how when you are in the middle of it, simple things don't even register. Thanks, Kim M.

Call your Dr...at our last support mtg there was a lady talking about pinas and she felt embarrased to call but it turned out she had a kink in her intestines. It is always better to err on the side of caution. Hope you feel better soon. I am praying for you now. Joan M

Thanks for that advice Joan. I wondered if this meant something is starting to kink up or block. From the discription of the lady at your meeting, it sounds like a possibility. Now I don't feel so foolish for asking. I appreciate the prayer. Kim M.

Can you find a new surgeon to handle your care? Seems like you've been left in a bad spot with no one to contact. Why don't you try keeping a food diary so you know what you've had before it happens. Maybe you can pin it down to a certain food. Raw veggies give me horrible gas. Lizzie

Great idea Lizzie. It had not occurred to me to keep a food journal any more, but it seems like a good time to get back on that track again. You are right, maybe I can do some investigating myself to find out what the culprit is. I appreciate the advice. Kim M.