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Is that much iron even safe? I'm not being sarcastic, I'm curious. Isn't that way more than recommended? I think I surgeon recommends 30.

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Like everything else on this journey every surgeon has their own rules that seem to run the gamut. My doctor has me on 150mg Iron a day (I have no history of anemia or anything that would indicate I need more iron). My understanding is that the range of too much Iron is closer to 5mg per pound (well over 800mg for me), but I think it depends on a number of factors.

See Darlin' all better, but it is always good to ask. We are lucky to have each other on here, usually somebody has been there and can reassure us.[emoji13]

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That would be the most likely explanation for the black stool.

I don't know what's in your Multi-Vitamin for sure, but if you look at the label and it has more than 40mg of Iron I would suspect that is the cause (and there is nothing wrong with that in fact if you are taking iron it should turn your stool black). At over a week out I wouldn't expect you to still have blood from your surgery in your digestive system.

Have you started on an Iron Supplement? If it is being absorbed correctly it should turn your stool black. Trust me I with the color and the Constipation the Iron causes me I keep wanting to check for diamonds.

My first couple bowl movements were the same. But it changed after that. Have you had your 1 week follow up yet? I'd suggest mentioning it if you haven't. My GI doctor told me Miralax is the only OTC medication that your body doesn't "get used to" over time. I take soluble Fiber and Miralax everyday. Obviously, you don't want to take Fiber until you are regular, but I swear by it.

I’m 8 days post op sleeve. Bowel movements are small but black!! Anyone relate? Thoughts?

Residual blood from your surgery or its hung around in your colon so long it's overprocessed and nearly senile? Be sure to keep moving things along and out even if you have to resort to Miralax, Colace, M O M or Smooth Move Tea. You don't want to resort to the Fleet being in or his evil uncle the dreaded High Colonic! They are not fun dudes to hang with[emoji46][emoji46][emoji46][emoji46]

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Actually I have two questions. The first one is about Protein, what are you guys using for protein ? I don't think I am getting enough protein. I just bought ensure protein in the bottle and am going to try that, hope it is not too rich for my stomach.
Secondly, how are you guys doing with going number 2 ? I have been going at least once a day since 4. It is all liquid but weird, not to be disgusting. Just trying to understand my body.

Awesome! Mine is at the end of next month! Posts like this make me happy! Glad things went well!!!

All done. Going home from hospital tomorrow. Not too many gas pains but did get sick today. About 1/2 hr after swallow test. Doc said I just had too much in there. Been walking a lot today. Ready to go home and start my new life.

All done. Going home from hospital tomorrow. Not too many gas pains but did get sick today. About 1/2 hr after swallow test. Doc said I just had too much in there. Been walking a lot today. Ready to go home and start my new life.

All done. Going home from hospital tomorrow. Not too many gas pains but did get sick today. About 1/2 hr after swallow test. Doc said I just had too much in there. Been walking a lot today. Ready to go home and start my new life.

Have to be at the hospital at 9:00 am tomorrow. Surgery scheduled for 11:15! Here’s how I’m feeling...
• Extremely nervous
• Scared
• Excited
Once on the other side, I’ll check back in as soon as I can.

Good luck, Sending you positive vibes! Here's to a smooth surgery and speedy recovery!

Best of luck and congrats!!

Have to be at the hospital at 9:00 am tomorrow. Surgery scheduled for 11:15! Here’s how I’m feeling...
• Extremely nervous
• Scared
• Excited
Once on the other side, I’ll check back in as soon as I can.

The day is finally coming, you'll do great and your future is looking great. Congratulations from a wistful pre surg ME!

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Congrats and wishing you a speedy recovery!!!

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Good luck!

Good luck, y'all.

Wishing you a speedy recovery and great success!

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They just called me about my surgery tomorrow. Time has changed to 7am be at hospital by 5:30am.
I know the feelings you are having. Good luck to you

Have to be at the hospital at 9:00 am tomorrow. Surgery scheduled for 11:15! Here’s how I’m feeling...
• Extremely nervous
• Scared
• Excited
Once on the other side, I’ll check back in as soon as I can.