Why do I feel some discomfort in my intestinal track and bowels when I eat?

I am 9 weeks post-op, LAP-RNY, starting weight 320, current weight 290. Whenever I eat I immediately feel pressure like I need to have a bowel movement. However, I only have a bowel movement every two to three days. Is this gas? My stomach seems hard for the next hour or so after eating. It even happens when drinking fluids. What is a normal bowel movement after surgery? I honestly feel as though my whole digestive system is full up and that when I eat I am adding food to an already full recepticle. Any ideas?

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