Embarrassing bowel habits question.....

Hi! I am nine months post op and am down 110lbs! Yeah! I have seemed to develop a problem for the past month that is quite embarrassing. I have maybe one bowel movement per week and when I do it is large, painful, and hard. I remember my surgeon strictly stating: no straining or pushing and no laxatives. I have not changed what I eat recently either. Has anyone else had this and how do you remedy it? I am tired of the hurting and pain associated with my bowel movements. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!

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