Pain with exercise

[Sarah05]

I have found so far that any exercise, including walking and yoga, increases my pain. My belly swells up and I feel like organs are popping. Anyone else have this problem, and any advice?

Sarah

[Maribeth-rn]

I have been dealing with these same issues. I found that swimming or riding the stationary bikes at my gym have helped a lot. I am able to exercise but I am not miserable afterwards. Start out slow and build yourself up. Good luck!

[dragonfly7412]

I second the swimming, but it is diff. for everyone, the chlorine irritates a lot of people. I swam daily over the summer and it relieved my stress as well as toned me up! If it does not bother you, try it out, but I would be careful of public pools, they are just loaded with chemicals! Good luck!

[ICNDonna]

The only thing I can think of is to start out slowly and gradually work up to wherever your comfort level will be. If I don't get enough exercise for a while, I have to start all over and build up to it again. Walking is best for me.

Donna

[Sarah05]

Swimming is out due to the irritation, so it looks like gentle walking might be all for a while, unless anyone else has some ideas. Thanks, guys.

Sarah