I had sleeve surgery on Jan. 19th and I know this is too much information, but I haven't had a bowel movement since before surgery. It is now the 27th of Jan. !!!!!

My question to you all is:

1. Can I drink Prune juice one week out from surgery?

2. Can I take a stool softener?

3. Do you think I need more Water intake? I am having difficulty meeting my minimum daily intake of fluids.

Help. Thank you all in advance.

Did you do you liquid pre-op diet?

If you're still on clears or even full liquids, you aren't producing a lot of material to move. Since you aren't consuming a lot of solid food, you aren't going to have a BM this soon out.

Are you having cramping, or a sense of urgency to go, but unable to produce a BM?

I'm unsure about prune juice that early out. I wasn't allowed anything other than diluted grape or apple juice. 2oz of Water to 2oz of juice.

Walking more can help get your bowels moving as well. I hope this helps.

Thanks Tiffany.

I see the doctor tomorrow so I will see what he says. Yes, I did a liquid diet prior to surgery. I am grateful that I am not in any discomfort. I will keep you posted.

Thanks again Tiffany.

okay if you are still on liquids your bowels aren't going to move. i was told i could put a powder lactad i think it is called in my liquids. like i put it in coffee or tea and it has no taste. it might help. ask doctor about that.

I think more water would help...

Thank you Laura and Schatzie. I will ofcourse drink more water. I have an appointment with the doctor in two hours. I will check with him.

Thank you.