Post bypass questions

[Chrisb428 626]

I am curious of a few things.

When do most people have their first bm post op?

When does weight loss begin?

Im on purees, will adding spicy seasonings hurt?

And last, the only real discomfort i have is when i try to lay down and its only the one main incision, when does this subside?

[ChellNC 162]

My first bm was 8 days after surgery. Per my surgeon's office, I drank Mirilax daily then added glycerin suppositories and even did an enema one night. My body just wasn't ready. Thankfully when I did go it wasn't bad.

I started losing weight immediately, even before I came home from the hospital.

My program says spices are okay but you might want to check with your doctor to be sure.

I'm 11 days post-op and still have a little discomfort in my largest incision when laying down. Usually I have to shift around in bed until I'm comfortable. My normal sleep positions don't always work right now.

[Chrisb428 626]

@ChellNC Thank you! I am day 6 now. I actually gained approx. 10 lbs in the hospital and still have about 2-3 till i get back to where I was.

[ChellNC 162]

You're welcome, @Chrisb428! Several people gained in the hospital. These few pounds will be gone before you know it.