After surgery

[Amioweil 18]

Was hoping to see the dr. Before I leave Mexico in the morning, but doesn't look like that is going to happen. I am 4 days post op and am having loose almost black bowel movements several times a day the last couple of days. No stomach cramping. Had the barium test, it showed no leaks. Anyone think there is reason to worry?

[BusyLizzy 13]

Who was your doctor?

[dml77 69]

I would try to see the doc. May be nothing, but for your peace mind, I would insist on seeing the doctor before leaving.

[maggie409 765]

I had the same type BM and mine was from the barium solution from the last leak test. I just let it clear out of my system. It's disappointing that you can't see your doctor before you leave. Mine came to my apartment where I was staying the night before I flew out to check on me. So did my NUT. Good luck!!

[JamieLogical 8,708]

The barium can cause black stool. Also, if you have taken any bismuth (pepto bismol), it can cause black stools as well.

[Amioweil 18]

My doctor was dr. Jesus Lopez. He is going to come check on me this morning before I leave. I am hoping it is just a side effect of the barium, did not have it before I took it. I had the barium test on sunday, I would think it would have been out of my system by now. Especially with no food to slow it down