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I am scheduled for surgery on July 31st. In looking at my pros and cons and what I'm most worried about in this life style change is - the possibility of "crapping my pants". I have always had what my husband calls "bad guts". I am lactose intolerant and tend to stay away from all dairy but still love cheese. I have history of CDiff (for 3 months in 2015) and have had diarrhea at least 3 times a week for as long as I can remember. I have been on and off Metformin for last 4 years - its worse with Metformin but still existent without. I have never had an accident - but have had several near misses with CDiff and am terrified to live life long like that... Has anyone had diarrhea issues and "almost crapping your pants" and unable to identify why (lactose, sugars, fats, no gallbladder)? Thank you!!;)

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I was diagnosed with IBS years ago and was also on metformin. During the two-week preop liquid diet I had diarrhea daily and often. Since bypass I have had zero issues. Since you are lactose sensitive, hopefully folks can point you at some plant-based Protein Shakes that will help reduce your risk of having upset intestines.

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Oh this is so much wonderfulness! Thank you! I have tried about 5 lactose free Proteins so far lol they are hard to get used to! Fingers crossed I’ll find one in ok with that is “Togo”... as far as bulk - the Isopure Dutch chocolate tastes like ovaltine! Yum!

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I hope you have an easy time. More people seem to have issues with Constipation than diarrhea after surgery except those with lactose or whey sensitivities, and they seem to do well on plant-protein. Best wishes!

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