Severe Constipation 11 Months Out - What Helps!?!

[Jenny12 361]

I have been dealing with chronic Constipation pretty much since I had surgery 11 months ago. I'm currently taking 12 Citrucel Fiber capsules a day, 300 mg Colace, and a probiotic. Nothing helps except a handful of laxatives when I can't stand it anymore. I tried Miralax but all it did was make me bloated and gassy. Anyone having such a terrible time with this? I'd say it's a pretty extreme case.....I don't know what to do. Doc just says add more fiber, drink more Water, take a stool softener......but obviously nothing is really helping!

[FieryRed 55]

I had the same issue and took laxatives every night. Before my sleeve, I was super-regular. I've tried something that seems to help. I focus my Protein intake on meals and Snacks BEFORE dinner and then do mainly salad/veggies at dinner, to get that natural fiber in. If you're tired of laxatives, I'd give this a whirl and see if it helps.

[CowgirlJane 14,260]

Have you tried the to go herbal tea that helps with staying regular?

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

I have had chronic Constipation for the last oh say 11 years. After surgery I started taking miralax everyday and it worked great. Then it just stopped working. I just had a bad bout and had taken milk of magnesia and senna tea and it wasn't even working. 5 cups of tea later and an enima and very slowly I got relief. There is a new drug here, resotran, that I got a prescription for today that is specifically for women with chronic constipation. It is definitely not a fun experience and I found even with lots of fiber it didn't help. Senna tea should work but being a laxative shouldn't be used all the time.

[BethinPA 305]

There are prescription medications available for chronic Constipation that you can talk with your physician about trying. One option is Linzess. It quickly pulls Water into the bowel, and you can have a bowel movement in about an hour after taking. These medications are to be taken regularly, but I have tried samples from a physician friend, and they work well.

[lala3613 39]

I have dealt with it for a out a year, I take laxatives everyday (I know I shouldnt). I have tried everything the doctors have suggested plus some things I found online and still no relief.

[scootergirl 118]

I am only 4 months out but have had terrible Constipation since surgery. Daily Miralax has been a blessing for me. If I miss even a single dose, the constipation returns. Increasing my food fiber also seems to move things along. Good luck. Be sure to contact your surgeon/family doc if things don't improve.

[bloreorbust 286]

I cannot stand constipation! So far what has worked ok for me is a daily probiotic and 2 generic still softeners from Walmart. I don't know what I'll do if those stop working. May we all find relief.

[Jenny12 361]

Yeah, it's just terrible! I may ask about a prescription, but I really don't want to. Seems just as unhealthy as taking a bunch of laxatives all the time. I keep thinking it will get better...... But it just isn't, simple as that.

[VSG AJH 499]

My oldest son used to have chronic, painful Constipation (hospital visits, etc.), and my mom taught us a trick that she said was "passed down through the generations." She mixed up some Jello Water for him, so just Jello served as a drink, and it worked. There are better, healthier options for taking in Gelatin regularly, and as I've researched it over the years, it seems to be effective among body builders and people who take in more Protein than roughage.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=154543103&page=1

This is the brand of Gelatin I buy (from Amazon) and use with our family:

[Jenny12 361]

I was just prescribed Linzess to try for Constipation. Anyone had any luck with this? It's new. Took it this morning and so far nothing has happened. Has anyone tried Amitiza? Any experiences with either one?

[Scorpion11 99]

Drinking V8 juice helps regulate me. Have you tried prune juice?

[BethinPA 305]

I was just prescribed Linzess to try for Constipation. Anyone had any luck with this? It's new. Took it this morning and so far nothing has happened. Has anyone tried Amitiza? Any experiences with either one?

I tried it as a sample once, and went to the bathroom about an hour after taking it. I hope it works for you!

[betty2111 0]

You should drink more Water or other fluids such as fruits, vegetables juices or clear Soups. High Fiber foods can make your stools more normal and regular.

Fiber makes up for nearly 5% in edamame, so edamame is beneficial for preventing as well as treating Constipation. Therefore, the digestion system is improved. https://wikihomenutrition.com/edamame-health-benefits/

Ask your doctor the advice for the amount of fiber you consume per day. Don't eat cheese, chips or fast food, which can cause the situation worse.

Find more information at: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-diseases/constipation/Pages/eating-diet-nutrition.aspx

Edited November 3, 2016 by betty2111

[JupiterinVirgo 846]

I use milk of magnesia, and/or Smooth Move tea.

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