How do you control GAS after abdominoplasty?

HELP! I had DS surgery on 5/2/00 and a TT on 8/30/02. The GAS ever since the TT has been something else! Pre-TT gas was not a major issue for me, but now that the extra "space" inside me is gone, and I'm stitched up tight as a drum (my "internal binder"), and my abdomen and torso muscles are all tightened up and restrapped, GAS has really presented itself! Sometimes the pressure is so great that I think my skin will pop open and it's very difficult to release the gas. My torso gets tight as a drum as the days wears on. The gas is very painful. Any insight into TT postop experiences and GAS management would be GREATLY appreciated!! Michele

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