Endometriosis Support Group

Endometriosis is a common medical condition where the tissue lining the uterus is found outside of the uterus, typically affecting other organs in the pelvis. The condition can lead to serious health problems, primarily pain and infertility. A major symptom of endometriosis is pain, mostly in the lower abdomen, lower back, and pelvic area.

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BeachGirl410 11/30/2011

These gas pains are absolutely killing me. When I'm sitting up they move up to my chest and just sit there but most of the time they are still in my abdomen and I can feel the gas bubbles moving all around and the pressure. I just can't let it out either. I tried taking Gas-X this morning but that did absolutely nothing. I know it takes a few days but the gas bubbles in my abdomen are killing me. Does anyone have any little tricks for getting it out faster? I've been trying to walk around as much as possible without overdoing it.

I've also found that my throat is so raw (I know from having the breathing tube) but I keep having to cough and even though I press a pillow to my stomach it's so hard to do it!

deleted_user 11/30/2011

I have experienced the same thing. I had my first lap three days ago, and I was told that lightly massaging my shoulders and upper body can help release the pressure from the gas. The gas that they pumped into us for the lap impacts nerves near your collarbone and shoulders so that's why we can feel pressure there. I think light massaging has helped. As for the throat pain, I feel ya. I have the same problem, and it hurts every time I cough. I think sipping on fluids like Gatorade can help by keep the throat smoothed. My doctor also recommended cough drops for the soothing effect.

deleted_user 11/30/2011

Also Yogurt, plaaiiin. :)
with probiotics would be best.
My fiance taught me *giggle* sitting with your butt up in the air, chest down to release and it works!
Hope you feel better, ugh dreading going through that again but was worth it for me last time.

deleted_user 12/01/2011

Ugh, I remember those AWFUL gas pains, too! It seems nothing really works other than time for it to move out of your body. My doctor had told me to get on the floor on my back and roll back and forth, but it hurt too much to even attempt that.

Drink something fizzy which can help you burp. Plain seltzer water (or flavored) with no artificial sweeteners may help.

For the sore throat, drink some hot tea or plain hot water with lots of honey. Honey will soothe it and help keep you from having to cough.

deleted_user 12/01/2011

The trapped gas was one of the worst parts of recovery for me. I had to sleep sitting almost straight up for 2 nights. Hang in there...it WILL go away! My throat was sore and scratched too. Gargle with warm salt water.

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