One of my closest friends was banded almost a year ago. She's been preparing me for certain things to expect.

She told me that for her, it was difficult the first night to get on and off the toilet by herself.

I haven't had the guts to ask her yet, so I'm going to do it here....what about wiping your butt? Is it that difficult after surgery?

They say not to bend or twist. But don't most people bend and twist to clean themselves?:Banane03:

No problems at all except when I trusted a fart I shouldn't have......:thumbdown:

Good Morning All

Not wanting to be considered gross by some accounts, let me address the question about using the toilet and wiping one's self. For years when going to the little boys room, I made sure it was on my time table, fortunately it always was. Being of large size (5X) I always showered immediately afterward to ensure a clean feeling. Not being able to wipe one is something I will not miss; taking a shower afterward is probably healthier anyway. I have a friend who is from a Latin American country; their sewer system does not have accommodate the paper.

So my advice to you, if you are regular (like clock work) take a shower afterward to clean one self.

Hate to be gross, but did anyone have complete watery diarrhea post surgery? I did and was worried about getting dehydrated. Had it until last night(2 days post Op) and called by surgeon. He said it was okay to take immodium, and so far I think the problem is solved. Anyone else have this issue!:thumbup:

I had the same thing 4 days after post surgery, Imodium worked great for me. Of course like an idiot I was worried about not going and then after the first in 4 days I got diarrhea last night. Everything seems to be working just fine now if you know what I mean.

No prblem, just go slow.............u r not in that much pain or restrictions...........good luck