Surgery Monday, Took Laxative And Now Constipated!

[Jouselle 45]

I don't know what to do! I'm supposed to be cleaning out my bowels before surgery and it's just not happening. Can't get a hold of my doctors either because it's Saturday. Anyone know what to do???

[woo woo 872]

What did you take? Some things you can take more if it doesn't work the first time, like Dulcolax or Colace...? Maybe MOM? Make sure you are drinking a lot of fluids for sure...

Edited December 7, 2013 by woo woo

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

Take Milk of Magnesia; it will definitely work! Stay close to a restroom.

[Jouselle 45]

I took magnesium citrate. Thanks guys!

[Jouselle 45]

Finally, 6 hours later, it worked, all at once.

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

Finally, 6 hours later, it worked, all at once.

Jouselle

Phew............

what a shitty thing to happen

(can i say that without the sleeve police censoring me???? )

just came back now after this was posted - they allowed the "SH" word

wow - monday WLS!!!!

remember to take small sips, as much Water as possible

walk as soon as possible too - that will help with the gas situation

good luck

speedy recovery

kathy

Edited December 7, 2013 by proudgrammy

[Jouselle 45]

Thank you!