RNY and bowels

Does anyone know what a bowel obstruction is? Does anyone thats over a few months still have problems. This is my only thing that isn't right. I sometimes don't go for 5 or six days and then when I do its an all day affair. I have tried everything but it has a veryHARD time getting out. This is so gross but I really want to know if I am the only one ? Thanks for your input, Cindy (or your output lol)

Cindy, I don't know about RNY, but I have problems myself. I think it's the diet. I don't eat enough fiber. I usually put a couple spoonfuls of Benefiber in my Propel everyday. PS We missed you Saturday. I was really looking forward to seeing you. Cathy

Cindy, I have 2 words for you: mineral oil C

Thank Dr.C What would I do without you? Hows the baby? Are we going to see a picture of him?

My mother swore by that stuff! Yuk! Did they teach you that in medical school or did your own mother chase you around the block holding a bottle of that stuff and a spoon?

Hey Cindy, I've recently encountered this issue as well, and i am not a fan. I've been using Colace before bed... it takes a couple of days to work, but once it does, I'll maintain with Metamucil. Fun fun times... I also missed you on Saturday!! Hopefully you'll join us next time? Melissa

I have the same problem too. I have started eating prunes. About 3 a day. By the 3rd day I have a BM. But it is hard starting off .. then gets softer. I will try the mineral oil that Dr C recommended and see how that goes. Good Post Cindy! Julie

I use flax seeds now. I had the constipation problem my whole life and it is gone. I grind them about every 3 days and they do a lot more for you then just add fiber. It does take a little while to get used to having fiber in your diet if you haven't had it, but my skin and hair and nails are so nice since flax seeds that I never want to stop. (they are also good for your heart and cholesterol)

HI Cindy, I am 6 months out and go 5-7 days between BM's, I hate it, I even take Colace....a suppose to be strong stool softer, especially for the price. I will try the mineral oil, though really sounds gross. I see Dr. Mikami tomorrow and I will see what he says even though he is the one that told me to take the Colace to see if he has anymore suggestions!!! Take care!! Love, Tabitha