Constipation 4 days out. End of lucky streak.

[emtscott54 108]

Well I was lucky. Two days postop I could manage a poo. 4 days out I can't to save my life. Any ideas or suggestions?

[MzB 297]

Are you getting enough fluids?

[Elode 8,093]

@@emtscott54 Yes, get some "smooth move" tea!! That stuff is a miracle worker! It's natural and effective! It doesn't make my stomach cramp like other stuff does. You can find it at Walmart or health food stores usually.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

I didn't poo for 13 days post op. Yup. Thirteen days.

When it finally happened, it was like the sky brightened, the birds were twirping, the air was lighter, it was great.

[emtscott54 108]

Well let's just throw the cards on the table and talk poo.

TMI spoiler alert!

I thought I was going to die. I began drinking Water and then sent wife out to get Miralax. I will never know the pain of child birth but I believe my experience may give me some insight.

I am going to double down on Water and call doc tomorrow. I got bloodshot eyes from the ordeal.

[Bogarka 13]

you can always use Beneful in your Water. Otherwise a gentle depository can help if you feel uncomfortable, that is what my doctor suggested. I waited for the big moment 10 days and as the person before me said it, it was like childbirth hah. Keep up with your Water intake and it will help you

[foxfire91120 0]

Milk of magnesia worked for me. I also did not have a BM until 5 days out. Make sure you get your Water in and take walks. Anesthesia and narcs slow everything down and constipate you