WARNING - CONTENT TMI (Constipation)
Hi Guys, I am about 3 months post op and I have been struggling with severe constipation. Sure, I am going to buy some softners to get the job done. My concern is what if I've somehow already damaged my new stomach. Is there a possibility of streaching your pouch due to straining when attempting a BM?
Mo
A lot of us find that taking Miralax on a somewhat regular basis helps with this. For instance, if I don't have a bowel movement on any given day, I take a dose of Miralax the next day. Constipation is no fun at all. :/
You have a sleeve, not a pouch, and you can't stretch it from pooping.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
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