Two days post op (banded 3rd Oct)

[Rastis100 0]

Did the prune juice bloat your stomach at all? I am still getting rid of wind from the operation, will the prune juice make it worse or were you guys ok with it?

[WASaBubbleButt 41]

I never tried it myself, I had the other problem. liquids in/liquids out.

[legster 2]

My surgeon suggested a stool softener.

[WASaBubbleButt 41]

The only problem with stool softeners such as Docusate Sodium (aka Colace) is that they tend to work better to prevent a problem. They don't work as well for an active problem.

[Rastis100 0]

Thanks heaps for your replies guys - hopefully this will get things moving. How long does it normally take before you use your bowels after the surgery - should I be worrying yet (4 days post op)??

[WASaBubbleButt 41]

I'd take everything into consideration. The lower food intake, the narcotics, the works. If you still are unsure then call your doc. He may have some super brilliant suggestion.