KarissaKhaos 170 Posted January 26, 2013 How frequently do you have bowel movements? I have them every couple of days sometimes longer and I wondered if this was normal or if I have a Fiber problem. Any advice would be great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KevLev12282012 25 Posted January 26, 2013 Well, I'm 4 weeks post op and the first 3 weeks I was on full liquids. Immediately post op, I didn't go at all, due to pain meds, etc....but for the remainder of the 3 weeks it was liquid in and liquid out. I would go once a day and it was almost like clockwork at 10:30 AM every morning. This last week I started on soft foods and I don't think I've gone since Tuesday. I did have a small one this afternoon but that was forced and I'm convinced there has to be more! I'm going to give it until tomorrow before I take something that may improve the flow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarissaKhaos 170 Posted January 26, 2013 I was the same way for the first month, but I'm 6 months post-op now and fear that my frequency isn't normal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 26, 2013 I'm 11 weeks post op. I used to be really regular, like twice a day. You could set your watch too it in the morning Every few days now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeriouslyChange 319 Posted January 26, 2013 I'm drinking prune juice now to help with my BM. I have one a week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 26, 2013 I have one a week Prune juice or, the other?........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeriouslyChange 319 Posted January 26, 2013 Prune juice or' date=' the other?........[/quote'] Lol, the other. Prune juice I just started today so hopefully I'll get lucky tomorrow! Prune juice is high in calories though, 180 for 8oz, so maybe prune juice once a week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 26, 2013 Lol, the other. Prune juice I just started today so hopefully I'll get lucky tomorrow! Prune juice is high in calories though, 180 for 8oz, so maybe prune juice once a week LOL Yeah, if things aren't moving I have a packet of seedless prunes in the fridge. I have 50 grams (like 6 or so prunes) at night. I think that's about 92 cals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kczar 166 Posted January 26, 2013 I'm five months out and this is definitely an issue that I'm dealing with. It's due to the high Protein, low carb diet. We're not taking in a lot of fiber and it takes its toll. I would suggest adding some kind of fiber (I take Benefiber 2-3 times a week) to help the process along. You don't want to rely on laxatives or stool softeners because I think this is a long term issue. Eventually when you can add more veggies and good grains into your diet, it should get better. Hang in there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azquilter92 82 Posted January 26, 2013 I chew two fiber choice a day,and you chew up to 6 a day it helps,so does Chia seeds.I also used to regular now it can be every other day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 26, 2013 Hey. What's fibre choice? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleywi 19 Posted January 26, 2013 I have struggled with this since surgery. I was told to use Benefiber but its not available in my area (manufacturer recall). I gather others have been able to find it where they live? Since I couldn't find that I have been doing Miralax (one half cap full each day). But, I was told that's not a good long term solution since your bowels can get lazy. I don't think I'm there yet because its still..ahem...an effort to go. I'm 8 weeks post op on Monday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azquilter92 82 Posted January 26, 2013 Dean Fiber choice is a supplement thats chewable. It will increase fiber in your colon which can help with BMs. It can be foundusually on the Vitamin section In grocery store or places like walgreens,CVs 2 *Dean* and Livinglifeout reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
atelux17 135 Posted January 27, 2013 Fiber gummies! Like fake candy. 5g fiber, 5 carbs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleever10 109 Posted January 27, 2013 Fiber gummies! Like fake candy. 5g fiber' date=' 5 carbs.[/quote'] What brand do you buy? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
