potty talk

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Second, this is not potty mouth stuff. If you are interested in that, then PM me

Ok...I've been pooping more so than I have since the surgery. Lately, 2-3 times a day. I've also have had a LOT more gas. I am eating the same...although I am snacking more so than usual....

The Gas-X does nothing.

Any other thoughts?

Worry if you stop pooping or have the Hershey Squirts - otherwise I wouldn't worry too much. Do you take a stool softener or other laxative (good lord there are NO secrets here, are there!). On the recommendation of my nut and surgeon I take a Colase every day which keeps me very regular - sometimes 2-3 times a day (usually after a 'meal'). If you're taking something to help you go maybe back off a little but otherwise I wouldn't be too concerned. Be more concerned if you stop going.

Gas - yep, get that too - haven't taken anything but walks to the bathroom to relieve that! Not sure Gas-X works on us....

Hey Steve,

This is wonderful potty news.  After my first month post op I went back to my normal of 2X per day  I also take Ultra Colon Clenze a few times per week. 

Gas... it is the price some of us pay for our RNY.  You say you are snacking more, check on your carb intake and also sugar count, both of which can contribute to more frequent BMs.

Of course if you feel you are going in excess check it out with your doc.

Jeanne

I'd bet your carb's have increased over time and that's the culprit.  Do you log your food someplace like sparkpeople or dailyplate to keep an eye on things?

You should be pooping after you eat each time, so I think what is going on with you is that your system is normal for the first time since surgery. If you stop going 2 or 3 times a day you need to worry. This is the time your body is getting used to all the changes. You may end up gassy for the rest of your life and there is not much you can do about that, but learn to deal with it.

Keep in mind this is a small price to pay for the massive change in your life and body.

Jen