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This article was co-written by Luba Lee, FNP-BC, MS. Luba Lee is a licensed family physician practicing in Tennessee. She received her MSN from the University of Tennessee in 2006.
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Laparoscopy is a diagnostic technique that doctors use to examine organs in the abdominal cavity with a laparoscope, a long, thin instrument with a tiny camera on one end. To perform a laparoscopy, the doctor makes an incision in the abdomen to insert the laparoscope and inject carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity. Unfortunately, this can cause constipation, gas, bloating and discomfort after the procedure, but the good news is that you can reduce this discomfort with home remedies, medications, and treatments. Eat right.
Steps
Farting after laparoscopic procedure
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Take a short, gentle walk to stimulate bowel movement. Take a 15-minute walk around the house, but only when you feel comfortable. Walking will work the intestinal muscles, thereby reducing constipation and bloating, and helping you to pass gas.
- Avoid activities that are more vigorous than walking, for at least a few days after your colonoscopy.
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Do leg raises to help deflate. Lie on your back and place a pillow under your knees. Slowly bend your knees, raise your right leg toward your stomach, and hold the position for 10 seconds. Lower the leg after 10 seconds and repeat the above movement with the left leg. [1] X Research Source
- The leg lift will stretch the muscles in the abdomen and help the air move through the digestive system.
- Repeat this exercise 2-3 times per day until the discomfort is gone.
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Take medicine to help with farting. Take medicines that break up air bubbles in your body or make it easier for you to pass gas. Remember to consult your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medications. [2] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Some medications that you can take to ease gas include Simethicone and CPace. You can buy these drugs at most pharmacies.
Reduce discomfort
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Massage or massage your abdomen to relieve discomfort caused by bloating. Make a fist with your left hand and gently press the knuckles and right side of your abdomen, then gradually move your fist toward your chest, across your belly, and around your left belly. [3] X Research Sources
- This massage relaxes the abdominal muscles and stimulates bowel movements.
- Remember not to press too hard when massaging the abdomen; otherwise you will be even more uncomfortable than before the massage.
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Apply heat to the abdomen for 15 minutes to relieve pain caused by bloating. Wrap the pack in a towel so it doesn’t come into direct contact with your skin. Hot packs can cause numbness or even mild damage if placed directly on the skin. [4] X Research Sources
- Note that heat therapy will help relieve pain from bloating but can also increase swelling after the procedure.
- You can apply heat as many times as needed to stimulate the abdominal muscles, but avoid applying more than 20 minutes at a time, and remember to rest for at least 20 minutes between each application to let the body cool down.
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Take pain relievers prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor may give you a special pain reliever, especially for pain in your shoulder after the arthroscopic procedure. Avoid taking any pain relievers not prescribed by your doctor, as some pain relievers can make constipation worse. [5] X Trusted Source Johns Hopkins Medicine Go to Source
- Some pain relievers also cause nausea. If this happens, tell your doctor immediately if you can change the medicine.
- To avoid drug-induced constipation, you should drink plenty of fluids and eat fiber-rich fruits and vegetables.
- Remember that some pain relievers can also increase bloating and prolong the time it takes for the bowels to return to normal.
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Wear loose, comfortable clothes that don’t tighten your belly. Choose clothing without elastic for the first 1-2 weeks after the laparoscopic procedure or until the constipation is gone and the bloating discomfort is gone. If possible, you should wear clothing that is a bit looser than usual so that it doesn’t tighten around your belly. [6] X Research Sources
- Elastic skirts and pajamas are appropriate for the first few weeks after the procedure.
Eating and drinking after endoscopy
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Take a few sips of hot, spicy mint tea if your doctor agrees. Hot peppermint tea is known to increase gastrointestinal activity and relieve abdominal pain caused by bloating. However, you need to remember to consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you.
- To increase gastrointestinal motility, you can drink tea with laxative properties like Smooth Move tea.
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Try chewing gum after your colonoscopy to shorten your recovery time. Similar to drinking hot tea, there is some evidence that chewing gum after a colonoscopy helps relieve constipation after the procedure. Chew gum every 15 minutes, every 2 hours to take advantage of this unexpected benefit. [7] X Research Sources
- The taste of the gum doesn’t matter; Mainly chewing.
- Remember to keep your mouth shut and avoid talking while chewing gum; otherwise, you may end up swallowing more air and making it worse. [8] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
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Avoid drinking carbonated soft drinks for 1-2 days after the colonoscopy. Carbonated water may increase pain due to the carbon dioxide gas used during the endoscopy. Avoiding fizzy drinks can also help with nausea after a colonoscopy. [9] X Trusted Source Johns Hopkins Medicine Go to Source
- In addition to completely avoiding carbonated beverages for at least the first 2 weeks after the procedure, you should also ask your doctor if you need to abstain from drinking carbonated drinks in the long term, depending on your condition.
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Do not drink through a straw until the pain caused by bloating is gone. Straws can cause you to swallow air when you drink, leading to air bubbles forming in your intestines. After the endoscopy, you should only use the container with the mouth open to drink until the discomfort in the abdomen is gone. [10] X Research Source
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Eat liquid and soft foods for the first week after your colonoscopy. Liquid foods are easier to digest and also easier to swallow. After the first week, you can gradually add other soft foods to your diet over the next 4-6 weeks. [11] X Research Source
- The ideal foods and drinks for the first week after the procedure are broths, soups, milkshakes and mashed potatoes.
- Avoid foods that are difficult to digest such as crackers, bagels, chewy meats, raw vegetables, and nuts.
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This article was co-written by Luba Lee, FNP-BC, MS. Luba Lee is a licensed family physician practicing in Tennessee. She received her MSN from the University of Tennessee in 2006.
There are 8 references cited in this article that you can see at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 3,095 times.
Laparoscopy is a diagnostic technique that doctors use to examine organs in the abdominal cavity with a laparoscope, a long, thin instrument with a tiny camera on one end. To perform a laparoscopy, the doctor makes an incision in the abdomen to insert the laparoscope and inject carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity. Unfortunately, this can cause constipation, gas, bloating and discomfort after the procedure, but the good news is that you can reduce this discomfort with home remedies, medications, and treatments. Eat right.
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