Mia Cole

Chronic Constipation is definitely a thing after wls.. I had a Loop DS, which is actually supposed to cause diarrhea, but I've rarely had that. I have been dealing with chronic constipation. I usually go most days, but it's small and hard. I didn't take it very seriously until a couple weeks ago, it caused an umbilical hernia I already had to get larger and one day it got incarcerated and I had severe pain and almost fainted. Now I have to get surgery to repair this hernia. I've had the hernia for several years and it never hurt or caused a problem.
My long winded story here is to illustrate that it's best not to ignore chronic constipation like I did.
I am now taking Miralax and Benefiber, which is helping.
Also, I highly recommend the squatty potty!

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It took me 12 days to have my first bowel movement. I was told that while on Clear Liquids, not to worry about it. If it continued to be an issue once I started taking calories, try milk of magnesia for the first bowel movement and then drink miralax in the morning to keep myself regular. My doctor said when we can start eating a decent amount of veggies and getting our Fiber in, it should stop being an issue, but until then, a lot of us need assistance.

I feel your pain! Trust me!

I went 11 days without a bowel movement right after surgery but Milk of Magnesium took care of it finally after trying other products.

I took a docolax suppository and then began taking Miralax once a day. I have a movement every morning and it’s glorious.

Fluids will typically go straight through the stomach and some people can tolerate more straight off. If you are drinking more than your post op guidelines suggest you should be able to manage at this point, don't drink so much or maybe have a chat with your surgeon or contact at the surgeon's office.

Wow good for you. I couldn't even tolerate drinking sips of Water for about 4-5 months out. It would make me feel nauseous. If you are able to drink that much at this point, I think its great.

I never had an issue with drinking fluids - and the PA at my clinic said it was fine - that my stomach would let me know if I was overdoing it.

Thoughtfully created post. Thanks ❤