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Yesterday I had my laparoscopy confirming endometriosis anyone have suggestions to deal with the pain in my shoulders and abdomen ☹️

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ChloeV

Hi Emily,

I had my first one last week too. I found gentle walking, slow arm swings and shoulder stretches allowed the gas bubbles to move their way quicker through my body. The nurses also gave me endless teapots of peppermint tea which did help too. You will feel better soon. Good luck.

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EmilyMay9 in reply to ChloeV

Thankyou!! Xx

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Squash01

Have you tried gentle swimming? I had problems with my shoulder and after a couple of trips to the pool it completely went away. Just a thought.

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ccsmith

They pump your belly full of Co2 gas so they can see. It can cause a lot of shoulder tip pain. Gentle walking, keep hydrated so you don’t get constipated and suck on peppermints. It can take up to a week to ease so don’t panic. Best wishes x

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Sfr204

Sorry to hear you have been diagnosed but I hope it has been in some ways a comfort to have a reason (like it was for me). I had my lap 10 days ago and am still bloated but the pain has gone. Try and rest as much as you can. Drink hot drinks peppermint tea or even just normal tea or hot water. Sleeping on your left side helps. Walk about in short bursts. I weirdly found rubbing my stomach was comforting and helped push some of the gas out. I know mine still hasn’t gone yet but I had my stitches out on Thursday (day 7 of recovery) and the nurse was saying how well I was doing so try and remember it might take a while and not to beat yourself up about the gas not going! Xx

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EmilyMay9 in reply to Sfr204

Thankyou so much it means a lot! Just get up of lounging around now and feeling bloated xx

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Sfr204 in reply to EmilyMay9

I am super fed up now had a huge cry last night as it had really got to me! Trying to remain positive and I am looking forward to driving again and getting back to work in a few days. Xx

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