That did not happen to me. I took 2 weeks for a regular BM. I had to take Milk of Magnesia to help it along. The pre op diet was pretty lean for me, so I did not have much to process.

I wouldn't worry too much. Staying around the for a couple days after surgery is not a bad idea. Getting up and doing things around the house is good enough exercise for the first few days. Running to the bathroom may get you a little more exercise though.

If the loose BM lasts more than a day or two longer, I would call the Dr. office back. There is OTC meds you can take like Imodium. I don't know if there is an issue with that after surgery though.

good luck!

i'm having my surgery monday, but i've had a terrible time while on the protein shakes these 2 weeks--'tearing up' my intestines! (between 12 & 20/day--ugh) i've tried different brands, (dr's office says sometimes it's the sugar alcohols in some) Today i thought it might be a milk intolerance (since i rarely dirnk milk) so i bought some almond milk today. but it's practically pointless, since i'm on clear liquids tomorrow! I'll be glad when the shakes are over.

good luck with your 'issues'. sorry mine is not related to yours, but i just had to vent.

idid i was at walmart mydaughter had to buy me shorts after thefact imodium works well

every time i drink barrium i have diarreh for 2 to 5 days after

after lap band surgery i couldn't poop for about 5 days

my body may be different becasue a have a shortened colon from colon cancer and weakened muscles from 5 anal fistula surgeries

have learned that depends are my friend not the enemy

I had the same issues LOL that it was just me! It lasted about 5-6 days the weight loss was great! Now it is almost the opposite from one extreme to the other just hang in there.