Unable to pass gas 3 days post hysterectomy.

So I'm 3 days out and still. Have not been able to pass gas. I have burned a few times but that is it. I have sharp gas pains and know I need to but I can't get it out. No bm yet either. Any ideas on how to fart to relieve some pressure? My tummy is really hurting right now, I can't see good because everything is blurry do please forgive any typos. Thanks!

Oh yes, I have been taking gas x and stool softeners twice daily.

I did not pass gas till late on day 3. Are you taking a stool softener 2 x a day? Also, drink a lot of water, and walk, walk, walk around your house. Moving helps a lot.
I did not have a bm till day 5.
Try not to worry, as everything is gradually waking up and it will happen!

I would also suggest some Miralax to the mix.. I had this issue, Just keep an eye on what is going on, keep a log.. so glad i did.. I found out the hard way that surgery really stresses the body. I ended up in hospital 3 times after surgery, just got out last week with the last one, I ended up with Diverticulitis and I promise that pain is like no other I have had. now that I look back.. i could not pass gas, bowel. nothing.. and ended up straining way to hard for the one I finally had but only with the help of enema. keep in mind, this does not happen to everyone.. It is a bit uncommon to have such severe diverticulitis after hysterectomy.. so I am not saying that you will have that problem.. just saying stay on top of the bowel issue.. Miralax, water, prunes, dried apricots work well now for me. I believe i did not stay on top of this at first and worsened my condition.. I am still fighting this infection.. Good Luck.. hope something happens for you

Try two tablespoons of milk of magnesia. My doctor advised me and it worked on day three. I eat prunes too and bowel buddies biscuits for added fiber. Good luck.

GasX, stool softener, Miralax and prunes. I am in remission with ulcerative colitis and my GI warned me to not allow myself to get constipated. The above quadruple whammy worked like a charm! Had a BM on day 3.

I used gas x and stool softners. Walking helps a lot, I know it's not fun right now. I would take an extra lap when I went to the rest room.

I hope you get relief soon!!

I drank a LOT of water while in the hospital (day 1 & 2 ) Now that I'm home for day 3 I've been drinking a mix of prune & apple juice. I just this afternoon added some Miralax to the juice. I took the GasX first thing this mornign and again a bit ago. I'm trying to stay ahead of the gas and constipation. So far so good. Already had a BM. I'm trying to get up and moving every few hours. At least around the room - stare out the window. I think that helps the gas too.

Hugz!!! Hope you get the gas moving soon!

I also had LAVH on May 7 and am having bad gas pains, but moving around like waking, belly rubbing, and sitting straight up helps alot. wishing you well!

Thanks for this thread. Just got home from mine today & the pain I'm having is from the gas. It's worse than the surgery. I'm walking, took probiotics, & going to take a stool softener tonight. Would it be too early? I've got Gas-X too. I hope it dissipates soon. I plan on getting some prune juice tomorrow.

Good luck to you all. This too shall pass.