So I have been reading a few threads about going poop...constipation or other issues going to the bathroom. I have different digestive issues. My PCP put me on fiber pills which work great to address my issues. Here is my question. Are we able to take fiber pills or fibers powder after surgery? It works so well for me now that I would hate to change things up post op.

I'd like to know the answer to this too.

My doctor advised Benefiber for post-op.

mine suggested miralax

I know different docs have recommended different things. I just hadn't seen where they recommended regular fiber pills. I was curious if it was a no-no after surgery.

It will be beneficial post-op for you to take something if you have probs pre-op. The only real variance will be when the Dr okays you to start them.

Most Drs do agree that we may need some fiber help post-op. I've been fortunate that I'm still very regular post-op as pre-op. It was harder initially but now at 11 weeks. I'm back to pooping at least once each day. Pre-op I went after every meal.

I know different docs have recommended different things. I just hadn't seen where they recommended regular fiber pills. I was curious if it was a no-no after surgery.

Pills are hard to swallow and dissolve differently post-op. I had to meet with my PCP post op and go through all my meds. For example, time release pills do not work properly with the sleeve. I also had to crush any pills that were too large.

This is why benefibre or Miralax may be better post op. I would discuss with your doctor now so you can be prepared.

pills are hard to swallow and dissolve differently post-op. I had to meet with my PCP post op and go through all my meds. For example, time release pills do not work

properly with the sleeve. I also had to crush any pills that were too large.

This is why benefibre or Miralax may be better post op. I would discuss with your doctor now so you can be prepared.

Good to know!