female only I don't know WHAT is going on with me lately

[pookybear 284]

Sorry for the icky stuff ahead.

I moved this past weekend. I don't know if the stress of moving has gotten to me or it's something else. I have only pooped once since last Friday, and barely any at that. I don't really feel like I have to go either. No pressure or bloating. My stomach is a little crampy but that may because I've been taking stool softeners to try and go. Also, I'm on Nuva Ring currently and I started bleeding the other day. Not heavy, but enough for a pad or tampon. I'm not scheduled to remove the ring until Saturday. At this point I don't know what's up. Don't know if I should call the doc or wait and see if my system calms down.

[James Marusek 5,244]

I ran into a severe Constipation problem after surgery. I found a simple cure for me that worked well. I eat an apple or two before I go to bed. It is important to eat the skin also.

You can also get constipation if you liquid intake is too low and you become dehydrated.

[pookybear 284]

I probably have been drinking less than I should be over the last week or so with moving and all, but usually I feel pressure to go and can't. Right now, I don't even feel that.

[pookybear 284]

I should also add, I started taking 2 stool softener daily last week and went quite a bit last week. I wonder if maybe I cleaned myself out and there's just not enough built up yet to go.

[healthyme1963 136]

James' advice is spot on. Make sure you are getting enough Water and Fiber each day. I also eat an apple every day. It works better than any ol' stool softener.

[pookybear 284]

I think you're all correct on the lack of fluids and Fiber. Thanks! Anyone have anything to chime in on the birth control issue?