Constipation?

Does anyone have a problem with constipation? Does anyone know what is considered to be normal bowel movements? Should we be going everyother day or two? Should we be going everyday? GBS date 1/18/05

Hello Syndi, I'm having that same problem. I came on this morning to find out the answer as well. When someone answers please forward the answer. Thanks. Arlette

I only had a problem with constipation on the 3rd day home and my doc put me on a stool softener. I don't take it everyday since I am getting in my water like I should. (Of course it is not enough to satisfy my personal tastes, but I am getting in what doc says I need.) I still have it in case it happens again. My typical BM comes every 2-3 days so far. I am sure once I move to phase 4, they will come more often. LOL! I would not stress too much about not having a BM everyday though. We really should not have that much "waste" since we are eating things that our body needs. Our bodies should be using everything that it can, leaving very little waste. HTH! Jamie

Hi Syndi, Why not call your surgeon's office and speak w/ the nurse or surgeon? I think it all depends on what stage of eating you're at. If you're still on purees or have moved on to solids; whether you're supplementing with protein shakes or not..that kinda thing. You know so many doctors protocols are different, it's hard to know what's supposed to be 'normal'. Put your mind at ease and give the office a call, they'll also be able to let you know about 'softners' and such if you think you need help in that area. Just a thought. Best to you, Cass