Okay so I know that one of the side effects of surgery is gas and stinky bowel movements but my dr said that I would need to be near a bathroom. I figured most places I go have a bathroom so I didn’t think much of that until now fhat I am having doubts. Does he mean that I can’t do things like go on road trips or go to theme parks where I may not be able to get into a bathroom at a moments notice? Is it that bad?? What is the problem, exacrly? Do you just have to go more often or is it little to no warning?? I absolutely hate going number two in public restrooms so I know that this is going to be an adjustment for me but I don’t want it to limit my life.

I’d check with my surgeon re the tablets as they often contain charcoal. And aren’t necessarily good for those who already have malabsorption. The underwear is ok, though.

You can make your own poo pouri if you want different smells. DIY versions are out there. 1 tsp rubbing alcohol, 40 drops of essential oils, and then fill to the 3 oz mark on a spray bottle. Keep them in all your bathrooms. The oils they use for the poo pourri ingredients are bergamot essential oil, lemongrass essential oil and orange essential oils. However, use what you like. Other recommendations are lemongrass and peppermint, or lavender and orange. Heck, use pine around the holidays. Festive poop spray! Yup… I said it! Cost is under a buck depending on your oil supplier.

Infant mylicon drops or somethicone (gasx) helps with gas. I’m presurg, so unsure on utility. Tell ya in a month how it works after Sadi. ?