sashields 0 Posted May 15, 2011 I had surgery on May 10, but I haven't really eaten enough to work up a poop. What should I expect? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenC 13 Posted May 15, 2011 I'd like to know as well. I had suergery May 11 and I haven't had a BM since the day before that. I guess since I'm on liquids now I won't have to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sassy k's mommy 1 Posted May 15, 2011 You will probably go about a week after surgery.the thing you have to realize is tha you put your whole body through this ordeal. Its about same time after having a baby. It will be a lot softer or lose due liquids so don't freak out. If you get too paranoid call your doctor and see what he or she might recommend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ElizabethNYC 1 Posted May 15, 2011 It took me about a week to have a BM. Also don't be surprised if it isn't much, you haven't eaten solids in a while. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmster321 0 Posted May 15, 2011 I had my surgery on the 10th and I didn't have one until today when I took a sopository (eeek!) but it worked and made me feel better. It was very small though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malta760 0 Posted May 16, 2011 HI everyone, I had my surgery on the 9th and had a BM on the 11th... everyone is different just relax and let nature take its course Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sassy k's mommy 1 Posted May 16, 2011 That's the main thing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mauraclegg 29 Posted May 16, 2011 It takes a little bit - but remember what the above people said, "liquids in, liquids out" I freaked personally until I read that my liquid problem was incredibly common, if not constant for most banders Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
candieee1974 0 Posted May 16, 2011 Hello!!! First of all, CONGRATS to all my fellow lap banders!!! I was banded 5/10/11 and I had my first BM 2 days after, then skipped a day, I had one today, but now i'm kind of constipated I really need to make sure to drink plenty of Water so it doesn't keep happening... I wouldn't worry to much unless you havent gone past a week. Bring it up to your doctor on your post of vist. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites