Hello @marciakeren and welcome to Connect's discussion on adhesions and obstructions. I see that Members @thull and @nancybev have already responded to you with their thoughts. As you can tell, these two have unfortunately had a lot of experience with obstructions due to adhesions. You couldn't want for better thoughts than theirs.

It sounds like your previous surgeries have set you up for these adhesions and you are trying to deal with it as best you can. From my experience some of the best ideas have already been stated by @thull and @nancybev. I would just add bed rest when the pain starts and you begin to feel uncomfortable.

@nancybev's idea of doing mild stretching exercises after meals is also good. Many of us have also tried massaging the abdomen to get things moving along. It does seem to be a constant problem and one that is always on your mind. Like @nancybev said we all try to keep our meals as nutritious and as easy to digest as possible. When I feel an attack coming on, I resort to liquid nutrition drinks, juices (as clear as possible) and a lot of bed rest until the discomfort begins to subside (along with the abdominal massage and gentle stretching).

I also avoid binding clothes. Tight waist bands, belts, etc. Keeping clothing as loose as possible around the waist and abdomen are also helpful to me.

Feel free to ask any other questions. Will you post again and let us know how you are doing?