I know this might be TMI but I don't know who else to ask. I had my original surgery date set for Jan 3, but on Jan 2nd the doctor decided I needed 5 more tests run. I was to begin my pre op diet on Dec 25th for the Jan 3rd date. So I went ahead and started the diet so that when they decided the date of my rescheduled surgery I'd be ready and wouldn't have to wait 10 more dates. What I have found is I am having constipation issues and don't know what to do about it? They did reschedule me for Jan 18th at 7:30 AM, Woot woot which I am totally excited but I don't want to deal with constipation issues up till then nor afterwards if I can ward it off. Can anyone help me and guide me on what to do? The good news is I lost 13 lbs in 10 days. Yeah.

Any and all advice would be appreciated.

Because you're not eating solid foods like you used to your fiber intake has probably lowered. I regularly take fiber capsules. Before my surgery they asked me to drink a whole bottle of magnesium citrate which is an extreme laxative to clear the bowls before surgery. I wouldn't be afraid to take a few tbsps of Milk of Magnesia. No worries though, everybody has to poo. lol

Use benefiber... it will help you!

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I am on pre-op and my morning Water glass has a capful of Mira lax. I'm usually constipated and with this I'm able to go daily.

Hope this helps

HW 330

CW 235

Surgery date 1/19/17-Sleeve

Helps a lot. Are any of these suggestions tasteless so I can add to Water and it not effect the flavor?

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Mira lax is tasteless but is white and leaves some in the cup. Right now I can still chug so I just chug it in Water. After surgery I may just lessen the water to get it in faster as I sip.

HW 330

CW 235

Surgery date 1/19/17-Sleeve

Thank you everyone.

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If you are allowed to take Vitamins, I find magnesium works really well.

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