2nd day post-op and pooping like crazy

[MozzaWehsha 58]

I barely consumed some chicken broth and some apple juice. .and I have pooped 4 times today. Literally more than what I eat.

Is this normal? Am I pooping everything I eat?

[Cervidae 2,389]

Probably this is digested food matter left behind from before surgery, and you're just getting cleaned right out. That's exactly how I was for the first few days. Now it's pretty normal with the occasional unavoidable Constipation (those Protein Shakes can really do a number on you). I wouldn't worry about it unless it continues for a long time or it's making it hard for you to stay hydrated.

[MozzaWehsha 58]

Thanks I hope you are right. It would be very difficult leaving the house like this

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[MozzaWehsha 58]

Probably this is digested food matter left behind from before surgery, and you're just getting cleaned right out.That's exactly how I was for the first few days. Now it's pretty normal with the occasional unavoidable Constipation (those Protein shakes can really do a number on you). I wouldn't worry about it unless it continues for a long time or it's making it hard for you to stay hydrated.

You were incredibly spot on! and I am now constipatee ...so how do you deal with constipation? I am too early post op to risk taking meds

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[valentinebaby78 9]

Milk of magnesia

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[Cervidae 2,389]

Milk of magnesia works, though I personally cannot stomach it. My gag reflex is super sensitive since surgery. I like Smooth Move tea. Much, much easier on my tummy.

[Joner 2]

I had my surgery the 7th and hadn't pooped since the 6th until yesterday. I took powdered Miralax. I just mixed it with flavored Water. It's magic!

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[wandas 3]

I am 2 weeks post op and the first week was the same for me. .. it was so hard and annoying. .. but it does get better. . I honestly think its from all the changes.. we went thru a major surgery... hang in there

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[Tdot77guy 13]

For me it was waiting to drink before and after I ate. Otherwise diarrhea.

[SugarCali 9]

I will have to try that Miralax too, as 6 days out and NOTHING yet

[jstachic 61]

I'm in the same boat as sugarcali had my RNY last Monday, and nothing I did call my Dr's office said not to be concerned yet but I can take stool softener pill or marilax , I did pill this morning passed gas but that's it