do I need stool softener?

kcarlson0814
on 9/9/12 2:46 pm - CA
RNY on 09/10/12
Having surgery tomorrow, do I need stool softener?
HW: 300 / Lapband Low: 247 / RNY: 9/10/12          
artroxy blue
on 9/9/12 2:49 pm - MA
RNY on 08/14/12
 Did they tell you to use one? I didn't have to use one, but I had to do clear liquids only from 5PM to midnight the day before surgery, and nothing by mouth after midnight leading up to surgery. 
kcarlson0814
on 9/9/12 2:52 pm - CA
RNY on 09/10/12
No, they didn't mention it.
HW: 300 / Lapband Low: 247 / RNY: 9/10/12          
artroxy blue
on 9/9/12 3:00 pm - MA
RNY on 08/14/12
 Then no worries! :) Good luck!
PMarie
on 9/9/12 5:32 pm - Bloomington, MN
 You will likely need one post op.  I was sent home on Colace, and now, four years out, use Miralax as needed, plus Senna.

    
Samantha.M
on 9/9/12 5:35 pm - Germany
You will want to use it! The first time trying to "go" afterwards can be very difficult and painful for most people. I know for me I had to put Miralax in my coffee everyday for the longest time. There is still some days, where I need to have a dose or two.
Proud army wife and mom of 2 ♥       
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