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Suggest Remedy For Gas Pains In The Abdomen

hi, I had lap band surgery over a year ago. periodically I get very bad gas pains in my lower abdomen. I take gas-x but it doesnt help and the pain lasts for hours. My band hasnt slipped and my gall blader is fine. what can i do to relieve the pain? I have a work function tonite that I need to attend and the pain is here today
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Hi.
The obvious cause of gases and pain in the lower abdomen with normal gall bladder and gastric band in place is due to the following reasons:
-Aerophagia due to stress or anxiety is the commonest cause.
-Intolerance to specific foods and / or beverages like nuts and so- this you will have to find which does increase your gases.
-Aerated drinks.
-Sub-acute intestinal infection, can be diagnosed on stool examination.
-Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
A course of an antibiotic, metronidazole, probiotic may help you.

Since you have got a function, you can try Domperidone, try to relax, and a pill for anxiety if you have and you will be fine.
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Suggest Remedy For Gas Pains In The Abdomen

Hi. The obvious cause of gases and pain in the lower abdomen with normal gall bladder and gastric band in place is due to the following reasons: -Aerophagia due to stress or anxiety is the commonest cause. -Intolerance to specific foods and / or beverages like nuts and so- this you will have to find which does increase your gases. -Aerated drinks. -Sub-acute intestinal infection, can be diagnosed on stool examination. -Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) A course of an antibiotic, metronidazole, probiotic may help you. Since you have got a function, you can try Domperidone, try to relax, and a pill for anxiety if you have and you will be fine.