So I am 18 days post op. I had my first bowel movement on day 8. I felt it was typical because of the liquid only. Now that I am on soft foods it's been 10 days. I know I have to go but I am so constipated that it won't come out and I dont want to push and hurt my new little tummy. I tried a sepository but still nothing. I am trying prune juice and Colace (stool softener) now. Does anyone have any other suggestions. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

miralax. it can be mixed in water/crystal light/tea etc and it is tasteless and colorless. It is over the counter and you can get the walmart/target brand cheaper and it works just as well. Start once a day, but it can be taken up to 3 times/day.

I know it sounds gross but a warm Water enema will do it and do you no harm. Try to drink more water, it helps to keep your stool softer and moving better.

Walking totally helps!! Walking and water and I'm guaranteed to go! Try to go for at least 20 minutes high intensity walk. Personally I cannot tolerate Milk of Mag. and there is no way I'm doing an enema.

Mirilax mixed in Prune Juice!! I was backed up for 11 days until i had a bowel movement and after i took that cocktail i was good to go!

Here's my thread about it: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/305168-no-bowel-movement-in-9-days/

Thank u everyone for your advice

I know it's too late now, but my surgeons handbook says if you haven't gone by day 3, it's time to help move things along. The longer you wait, the more impacted it gets. I've seen posts on here from people who had yo go to the ER for impacted bowels. No joke.

Take Mirilax once a day. Also drink drink drink and walk. If you still can't go contact your PCP and tell them. They can proscribe Colace or Senna. Hope that helps. Don't let it go too long.

My dr recommended fiber smart-clear 3 times a day and collace at night no more than 400 mg each pill is 100. Alng with water and excersise. ..its working so far!

Try ducolax. That works overnight usually.

Milk of Magnesia had me going in 30 mins- lasted about 2 hours. I highly recommend, I had no idea I had that much poo poo in me. Additionally I have been going regularly since this little cleanse. I am 17 days post op.