bowel movemrnt issues

SORRY TO BE SO GRAPHIC, I HAD WLS 08-10-04 AND MY BOWEL MOVE ONLY ONCE A WEEK WHEN I TAKE A LAXITIVE , COULD THERE BE A PROBLEM

No problem, we all have BM's. My doctor told me to take stool softner. Seems to help. I would think anything else would be harsh on system. The softner seems to make one more normal.

Hi Jacqueline! No problem! I was going through the same issue, and I uses glycerin suppository (sp) and it worked well. Also, increase your water intake if you can.....this should help a little bit. I have started eating a little fruit and that help me, also. Hope you feel better soon! Bernice...............

Jacqueline, I don't know if it's a problem but that's about what I'm doing. I take a stool softener w/senacot and still only go every 5-8 days. We're not eating all that much, maybe our bodies are using what it needs. best~barb

Bummer, Huh!!!! Yeah, I have had the same issues. I just went to my PCP just yesturday and she told me to put 1-2 Tbl of mineral oil in my protein shakes. I havn't tried it yet, but she swares on it..Good luck !!

hi- for me i have found a solution. my surgeon recommended benefiber when i had a hemorrhoid issue. i put 2 tablespoons in every protein shake and it keeps me regular and soft. i think it's fabulous. it has no taste or texture- you don't even know you're drinking it. ellin

Doctors/surgeons are so different. Mine said not to use any fiber products, only stool softner. I think a check with your doctor would be best.

Marla, I'm just curious, what stool softener are you using. And to all, do any of you throw up while on the toilet. When i'm really constipated and trying to go.... my mouth waters up REAL BAD and I throw up occasionally. Not fun...

I bought Wal-Mart brand, Equate. It contains Docusate Sodium 100 mg. This is same as the name brand and much cheaper. Works well with no side effects, cramping and etc. Not had the throw up part. Only time I have it is when I eat too fast or a wee bit too much. I get a lump in my chest and a foam type junk comes up.

I go everyday! My problem is not quantity, it is quality! I have severe bowel pains when I need to go, just like the pains you get with a severe bout of diarhea, Only I don't have diarhea! I end up sitting on the toilet for 10-30 mins and this is around 3 times a day. I am going to speak with my surgeon on Fri about this. Joy 391/353/150