July 15th, home now, still uncomfortable, -15 Lbs

prattjj
on 7/18/09 12:39 am
RNY on 07/15/09 with
I had RNY on the 15th and was discharged on Friday the 17th. I'm still uncomfortable and the gas pain was horrible! Now, I have minor gas pain but am still uncomfortable. I'm drinking like I'm supposed to but it makes me nervous because of the pain, I don't want to injure anything!

Is the pain normal and how long does it last? Any suggestions, etc?
PoohkinandPiglet
on 7/18/09 2:12 am - TX
Walking will help expell the gas.  Walk a little then rest, walk, rest. . .   You'll feel better soon.  Don't forget to sip water.
  
prattjj
on 7/18/09 2:20 am
RNY on 07/15/09 with
Thanks, I've been walking a lot.
McIrish
on 7/18/09 2:16 am - MN
I also had mine on the 15th.  The gas is pretty uncomfortable.  From what I hear that is normal.  I'm sure you've heard it a million times but walking really does help! 
Good luck!
prattjj
on 7/18/09 2:20 am
RNY on 07/15/09 with
Yeah, I got the walking part down. How are you feeling as far as pain?
McIrish
on 7/18/09 7:46 am - MN
  I'm sore and a little stiff and full of gas!  Pain is bearable and I am taking pain meds on a regular basis.  
 Remember if you think its not a "normal" pain, call your Dr.  There are no stupid questions when it comes to your health. What kind of pain are you having?
Sabrenia8888
on 7/18/09 2:18 am - Orlando, FL
Welcome home and I will pray that you have a speedy recovery. You're down 15lbs WOW that is awesome!!!!
Ms. Exquisite
"Obstacles are what we see when we take our eyes off the goal"  
prattjj
on 7/18/09 2:21 am
RNY on 07/15/09 with
Thanks!
latinamommy
on 7/18/09 3:32 am - Winslow, AZ
I also had a RNY on the 15th and was out yesterday as well.  My gas is soooo bad too and like you I am nervous to drink because of the pain. 

I hear that this pain is normal.  I found that the gas-x strips that dissolve on your tongue help soooooo much!!  Congrats on your new life!!  Good luck on your journey!
prattjj
on 7/20/09 12:20 am
RNY on 07/15/09 with
Thanks, I'm feeling much better now and you?
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