Sorry folks, not a good teatime subject. I'm really unsure how this should work. Went to loo last week but nothing since. I am on fluids only but keep getting low bowel cramp which suggests some disturbance down there. Has anyone got any suggestions. Will I even go on fluids only. Feel bloaty as if I need to but can't.

PLEASE HELP. Thank you

I feel your anguish... been there many times. I was sleeved in Oct 12, and now (possibly due to having to take co-codomol for other issues) find myself taking dulcolax and dulcoease at least once every week... I know its probably not the best answer, but its what works for me - I've also tried taking just a little bit prune juice... perhaps watered down at this stage in case it is too strong for your sleeve.. Good luck. I think we have all been there at some point

With the drastic alteration of your diet, things are going to be a little different until you return to some semblance of eating. Milk of Magnesia worked wonders for me. I took it daily for a few days just to keep everything moving "normally". I know it has worked for many folks, too.

Of course, contact your medical team for your specific needs.

Hello Selena Hay, thank you for your reply. I think prune juice sounds like the perfect idea. It should kill two birds with one stone and with the added advantage that I love it (especially with vodka and ice). I will behave myself!

PdxMan has just posted whist I was writing this. Think I might try a cocktail!

Thank you both.