Worried about stools...

I had an Open Rny on April 6th, 2001. I had 3 loose stools on day 7 post op , had 1 loose stool on day 8 post op and since then I have had 3 very hard formed stools in very small amounts. I thought the stools were supposed to be loose or at least soft ? I am not nauseated, I can tolerate my diet of liquid- purreed foods the Dr. has me on. I am walking every evening about 1 /2 mile and my liquid intake is good . the Dr. told me I could take Milk of Mag if I felt I needed it. He didn't seem concerned last Thursay when I saw him. I have no bloating or abdominal pain except the normal tenderness related to the surgery. I have not taken any MOM yet but wondered if any one else had this problem and what they did ? Thanks for any help. Connie

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