I know this is a little TMI but.....................

:redface:Okay some times we get into a little TMI on these blogs but I dont know where else to turn for these kind of odd questions.But here I go...... Before I had my band I had IBS. I lived in the bathroom, my husband joked and would tell me to save time instead of eating I might as well just throw the food in the toilet. I would often go four or five times a day. Now after the band, I go days and days (sometimes even a week or more) without going to the bathroom. Obviously I am eating less now and I am also ttying to eat healthier (less grease) but this is crazy. Does any one have any suggestions other than starting laxitives I would rather not go there. HELP?!:thumbup:

I can go a couple of days also, but I'm not constipated (ummm...comes out normally). Just because I'm eating so much less. If you're constipated try adding more fiber to your diet (I do add Benefiber to my oatmeal every morning). Also, the biggest thing is your water intake...you might need to up it even more than the required amount...and make sure it's spaced over the day evenly. Good luck! -BG

I can totally relate... I never went out for dinner unless it was within a 1 mile radius of my house. After I was banded back in August I went days without going. I spoke to my doctor and he suggested Miralax. I haven't tried it yet because I haven't had the time to stay home and see how it works. It makes sense that eating less produces less but you want to be regular. I will let you know "how it goes" once I try the Miralax.