A member asked:

My mother had exploratory shoulder surgery four weeks ago. things were "cleaned up". ever since she has been gassy, bloated, crampy, and has lost a lot of weight. she is miserable but dr's can't find out what's wrong?!

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Dr. Howard Pecker answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Obstruction?: Opioids cause severe constipation with can lead to bowel obstruction. Is she on pain meds? Is her bowel partially obstructed?

Answered 10/9/2016

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