So how long be fore things start to move after surgery it has been a week and nothing but gas it feels like I got to go but nothing should I add fiber or something else

The longer you wait, the worse it will be... I tried an herbal tea that was supposed to help, but found a smoothie at my gym that had coconut milk and shredded coconut did it for me. I was in an auto accident a few weeks after surgery, and they had me on percocets, so the combination of iron and pain killers seriously backed me up, so my case was a little different than most. Keep in mind that you are not eating what you used to eat, so your body will need to adjust a little. I used to go atleast 3 times a day, now I figure I'm doing good if I go every other day.

Edited March 17, 201511 yr by cube68

My doctor was very proactive. I was started on stool softeners in the hospital. I had a BM on my 3 day home ( 5 days post -op). I was on stool softeners for 30 days post-op. Once I had that initial BM I went at least once a day. I have been regular since and don't need any supplements to assist.

Benefiber, my friend. Or Prunes/prune juice.

I took a half dose (15ml vs 30ml) of Milk of Magnesia. Dr. said it was OK. I took it right before bed. It seemed to help.