Post Op BM

[HarleyMan82 12]

My surgery was on the 3rd, the last time I had a BM was the day before, so far my body has not acted like it needs to go, I haven't had any urges to use the restroom, This would be day 5 with no BM and I do realize I'm on Water and Protein only so there's not a lot there to go off of, I haven't taken any pain medication either primarily to avoid Constipation.

I have been drinking a couple of packets of fibrosol each day since the 5th, just to make sure my first BM wasn't a nightmare. I just wanted to see what thoughts you all had on this and what your experience was post op with your first BM. Thanks a lot.

[SleeveinIL 386]

I waited 8 days before I saw a BM after surgery. My suggestion is to keep drinking, walking and keep on doing what you are doing. Eventually your body will "wake back up" and you will be successful.

[FancyChristine15 810]

I actually had diarrhea the first few days after surgery, so I didn't have that issue. I have seen a lot of people posting on this site that it took them a while to have their first BM after surgery though. I wouldn't worry about it, if I were you.

[Albus 129]

I was about day 4 and then again day 7. I’m quite enjoying the liberty 😂

[HopefullXOXOXO 73]

I was also sleeved 5/3 and have the same problem. Called doctors office and they told me to take 2 Tbsp. Milk of magnesia. Also suggested adding daily colace. Just took the MOM so I’ll let you know how it goes.

[HarleyMan82 12]

Thanks everyone, I'll keep on drinking the shakes and Water, I'm sure it'll come.

[HarleyMan82 12]

4 hours ago, HopefullXOXOXO said:

I was also sleeved 5/3 and have the same problem. Called doctors office and they told me to take 2 Tbsp. Milk of magnesia. Also suggested adding daily colace. Just took the MOM so I’ll let you know how it goes.

Thanks! Let me know if that works for you.

[HopefullXOXOXO 73]

2 hours ago, HarleyMan82 said:

Thanks! Let me know if that works for you.

Worked like a charm! In only about 2 hours. No cramping, just girgle sounds. I had the MOM in the house but no Colace. I'm hoping this will get me moving and I won't need it again. We'll see. I know the pain meds are all constipating and I haven't had any since Friday.