why do we get constipation? i was ok in the liquid stage. I am 1 month op and since 8 days I am having this problem.

why does it happen.?we all drink a huge amount of Water.

You will find that you do not go as much as you did before. Your not taking in the amount of food that you used to. The body uses the food thoroughly now, So it is not that we are not eating enough or drinking enough Water. One thing is that we are not used to how little we have to go.

You know the feeling of constipation...A discomfort in the intestines and stomach as well. A pressure there as well. Most people who are on an Iron supplement also suffer from constipation.

Myself I take a light laxative called Senokot S. I find it is gentle and effective.

Now that I can eat solids and have for a long time I eat Raisin Bran every day and that seems to really help as well.

Some people take milk of Magnesia as well for constipation.

I find a 1/2 c of bran flakes with lactose free milk is doing the trick for me.....

The high amount of Protein can create constipation. Also, you may need a boost of Fiber in your diet since we don't absorb everything anymore.

Constipation can also mean you're still not getting enough liquids, even with the larger amount that we drink.

Edited February 27, 201412 yr by pookybear