Question:
What can I take to help get rid of stinky gas?

I know this is kinda gross but I don't know what else to do. I am 1 year post op RNY and I've been experiencing really stinky gas. I can't hold them in because I get a really bad tummy ache. Does anyone know if there is something I can take? I've tried beano and gas x and neither help.    — amylbarron (posted on August 4, 2009)

August 4, 2009
take some of the new probiotic capsules
   — ruthiekb72

August 4, 2009
Devrom is an internal deodorant that is supposed to be good for that.
   — agwc

August 4, 2009
I've heard/read this is due to incomplete digestion of certain starches. I think you may need to try and keep a food log and see what foods make this the worst and then reduce or eliminate those foods. I have had the same experience and this has helped me.
   — rkurquhart

August 4, 2009
I have tried the Devrom, really didn't help me. I learned here about the probiotics, and the Phillips Colon Health capsules work great for me! they are about 10-11 bucks at WalMart. I take one every day and my husband has noticed the difference!!!!! Deb
   — Debbi S.

August 4, 2009
Devrom (I buy it online) the internal deodorant works wonderfully. I just take one capsule a day, and what a difference. I "tested" whether they worked or not, and stopped taking them.... I am a believer, and now take them faithfully!
   — Aangel

August 5, 2009
That's everyone for your suggestions. I will try them and see if any of them work for me.
   — amylbarron

August 7, 2009
The good ol fashioned way: Let em rip. My husband thinks I am a truck driver at times, but know ya do what ya have to do to feel comfortable. Whatever you do, don't hold them. So, I say just let em rip. Really, that is true. But pay attention to the foods you eat, that way you can keep a mental log of foods not eat. Pretty much everything gives me gas and I am 3.5 yrs post op. I don't take anything for it though. I should but; I go were if I let a fart, I won't fly out the window. Best wishes
   — Kristy