Kime-lou 648 Posted January 10, 2013 Okay- I know gross, but we all have to go so...... Pre surgery I never had an issue with going potty, I went daily. Now I am having major trouble. I will go sometimes a week with out going, my weight will go up by 2-3 lbs. When I finally do go I feel weak and I drop that 2-3 lbs. I take stool softeners daily, and that helped for a while, but now it's doing nothing. It's been 5 days and I am feeling horrible- any advice? My doctor told me before not to use stimulate laxitives- what else will help? I am getting Fiber in each day, but that doesn't seem to do much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maddysgram 6,159 Posted January 10, 2013 I use Ducolax Balance, not a laxative, but like a Fiber supplement, only it doesn't thicken and you can add it to any drink. Tasteless and clear. Ask your Dr what he recommends for you. 1 ♕ajtexas♕ reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dee257 1,516 Posted January 10, 2013 I have started taking maralax every other day... i mix it in any drink and it really has no taste or grit.... and keeps things moving... 2 ♕ajtexas♕ and CHEZNOEL reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
line-dancer 810 Posted January 10, 2013 I have the same problem and found a fiber tablet that I only have to take 2. Just was told that ground flax seed is good to add to everything so I am going to get that also today...the weight really does change after a BM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
♕ajtexas♕ 3,771 Posted January 10, 2013 I also use Maralax, not everyday. If i go 3 days without then I'll take a dose and that is usually all I need to get things moving. Sometimes have to take it for 2 days. Talk with your doctor and see what he recommends. 1 CHEZNOEL reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
♕ajtexas♕ 3,771 Posted January 10, 2013 I also use Maralax, not everyday. If i go 3 days without then I'll take a dose and that is usually all I need to get things moving. Sometimes have to take it for 2 days. Talk with your doctor and see what he recommends. 1 CHEZNOEL reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CHEZNOEL 4,061 Posted January 10, 2013 My doc put me on half dose Miralax daily. Fiber and stool softeners did nothing for me. I am pretty regular now... but it is still not daily. Remember you are eating much less. Do chat with either your PCP or Lap Band doctor for their advice for your situation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sHeLLaBee 130 Posted January 10, 2013 I have had the complete opposite experience in this situation! Before surgery I went once every 3 days or so. Now I'm daily. Weird. I started taking Calcium and magnesium in the last week or so and now I'm going multiple times a day. Don't know if that has something to do with it or just coincidence, but it's good, right? =) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaGottaBand 498 Posted January 10, 2013 Have you tried Probiotics? Or fiber supplements? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
honk 780 Posted January 10, 2013 I add flavorless fiber powder to my morning yogurt and take vitafusion fiber gummies daily. No issues. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
