It could be stool you feel moving around rather than gas...It should come out with the stool if the laxative is making you move. Pwen you press on the stomach you usuall can feel stuff moving around (because stool, etc moves around...movement doesn't equal gas).The bends are a problem, but they are a problem whether it is gas, liquid or solid stool.Does peppermint tea make it feel better? I'm thinking it might be a sensory/muscle issure rather than a gas issue. You are feeling the intestinal contents thar may not be gas more than you should.K.