I'm pre-op. Can anyone tell me honestly and frankly how their lower GI tract function differed post-op? I'm reading a lot about gas and constipation. Is this forever? Just initally? Does anyone have "normal" BMs? Does anyone not have this horrible gas? Do papaya enzymes and probiotics take care of this?

I am 11 weeks out and I don't have a lot of gas. I did right after surgery from the air they pump into you. That lasts a week or so. However, I do have issues with constipation. I am fine with stool softners and milk of magnesia about 2-3 times per week. It is partly because of the iron and the lack of fruits and veggies. Once your diet evens out these issues seem to go away. Me BF had RNY about 2 years ago and was fine a few months out. Good luck.

Well I have very very smelly has. I have discovered my husband loves me deeper than I thought. Because only someone that loves you would stick around for that. I had diahrrea for 6 months straight. I just discovered if I take my b12 my BMs are normal.

Hope this helps

my gas is really stinky and pre op I had a bm everyday but now it's about every 2-3 days

No gas and about 1 BM a week...

I am only 8 days post op so a lot of things can change but I have tons of gas. I need to take Simethicone about 3-4 times a day. I am having a problem with loose stools but I am hoping that this all evens out.

Well I have very very smelly has. I have discovered my husband loves me deeper than I thought. Because only someone that loves you would stick around for that. I had diahrrea for 6 months straight. I just discovered if I take my b12 my BMs are normal.

Hope this helps

This is Sooooo True where gas and Hubbies r concerned Lol

I'm pre-op. Can anyone tell me honestly and frankly how their lower GI tract function differed post-op? I'm reading a lot about gas and constipation. Is this forever? Just initally? Does anyone have "normal" BMs? Does anyone not have this horrible gas? Do papaya enzymes and probiotics take care of this?

Well Unfortunately I had this constipation for 20 years! Anywho, my NUT said Laxatives r out because they cause Blotting! And said to try ( Metamusill Natural Clear, Pro- Biotics) thrs another one can't think of the Name!!

I didn't have gas until my 5 month mark now it's constant. I got chewable gasx and the mints strips helps a little