Question:
Is anyone having trouble with a LOT of GAS?

No matter what I eat or drink, I have gas pains! I've taken over the counter gas-x and maalox. But still have the gas, can you help!    — dassie (posted on May 20, 2009)

May 20, 2009
Hi Daisy... are you swallowing lots of air with your food and drink? I was told NOT to use a straw with my drinks because you swallow more air and therefore have more gas to deal with. I always try to make sure I've got all the air out of my mouth after I've chewed my food to pulp before I swallow it. I do have some gas, but that usually presages a bowel movement. When I start getting gassy, I know I'd better head for the restroom pretty quick. Also, are you far enough out (3 months) to try adding fiber to your food? My dietician swears by ground flax seed, or anything with psyllium in it. Hope this helps....
   — Erica Alikchihoo

May 20, 2009
Make sure you drink, drink, drink. It helps alot. I had the same problem the first month and I eventually had to use a suppository...I've haven't had a problem since.
   — Kayla B.

May 21, 2009
Hi Daisy..I'm having the same gas pains as well with everything I eat and I'm 5 mounths post-op. I've been living off of gas-x. I thought I was the only one going through this. I'll follow your ? closely to see if we get a good advice.
   — Queenv559