Question:
When does the gas stop?

7 months Post op and I have it every time I eat. Help! I want to go around people again.    — [Anonymous] (posted on January 6, 2001)

January 6, 2001
Are you drinking milk, or eating other products with a lot of lactose in them? I was a big milk drinker, and had constant stinky gas. Once I finally gave up milk, the problem went away within a few days. Also, are you eating sugar-free products sweetened with sorbitol, mannitol, or the other sugar-alcohols? Those can cause severe gas in some sensitive individuals. Otherwise, ask your surgeon or dietician for some more ideas. Good Luck!
   — Lynn K.

January 6, 2001
I am a ercent post-op but am thankful for simethicone. Have you tried it?
   — Lisa B.