Bowels

[Karen WS 78]

Ok time for this question... Has anyone that had WLS had a bowel movement yet. Surgery was Wednesday and I still have not had a bowel movement since Wed morning. Considering I have not had too much intake other than liquids I expect this is ok , just checking.

[gowalking 10,790]

Ok time for this question... Has anyone that had WLS had a bowel movement yet. Surgery was Wednesday and I still have not had a bowel movement since Wed morning. Considering I have not had too much intake other than liquids I expect this is ok , just checking.

Unfortunately it's very common...and can be a problem long after the surgery is a distant memory. Since you are newly banded, I would check with your doctor as to how to resolve this problem, but know that many of us use stool softeners, laxatives, Fiber related aids, and for myself, I take a prescription med to help with this issue. It seems to be a problem even if you are eating foods that normally keep you regular. Again, speak with your doctor for advice on how to take care of this before it becomes truly uncomfortable.

[DetChatt 188]

A bowel regimen was in my aftercare packet, so you might want to take another look to see if they left you instructions. I still take a small dose of Miralax EVERY day, or I'd be in trouble. Things are just going to work differently from now on, and you have to adapt. Better to be proactive than deal with problems after the fact.

[sp70 193]

I went over 9 days post op before I had my first and was miserable. Milk of Mag became my friend. 2 months out, I still have problems and take a scoop of mirilax daily in my morning Protein shake!

[Karen WS 78]

I will callow doctor for sure on Monday if I have not had a BM by then! Don't want to become too constipated!