Question:
Is there anyone out there who suffers from constipation almost weekly?

I keep my fat intake low and very little sugar. I don't eat bread at all, but I drink only 4 glasses of water a day. I've never dumped but this constipation makes me feel really bad. I am 6 months post-op and have lost 81 pounds so far!!! Help!!!    — [Anonymous] (posted on March 5, 2002)

March 5, 2002
go to the library and look under psyllium husk caps.I will have constipation bad if I do not take these. My surgeon said it was ok for me, check with yours.
   — Marie A.

March 5, 2002
Drinking your water will help with the constipation. Get hydrated!! I had a problem with hemmorids and after a colonoscopy it was decided I didn't have enough fiber in my diet. I drink one glass of Citrucel a day. It helps a lot. It is sugar-free and tastes like Tang. Good luck!
   — wilkywanch

March 5, 2002
I became bothered with constipation about a month ago (open RNY 6-26-01) and started taking Fiber Choice tablets - 2 chewable tablets a day. Made all the difference in the world. I buy them at Wal-Mart for $10.00 a bottle. Worth every penny! Good luck!!
   — blank first name B.

March 5, 2002
I am 7 months post-op and have had that problem. I have been taking 1 Colace (generic brand sold at Walmart) every two days (so...3-4 per week) in the a.m. with my calcium and multivitamin. It has really helped alot.
   — Laura M.

April 30, 2002
I was having terrible problems also. I started taking Metamucil daily (the powder or wafers) and it has made a world of difference. I was really hesitant to try Metamucil or any other product that might "expand" in my stomach, but it has caused me no pain or discomfort at all. Easy fix to a painful problem.
   — Renee E.

March 19, 2005
I know this is an old question, but I have developed chronic homorroids, too, and my PCP prescribed GlycoLax, a flavorless, colorless fiber supplement that can be mixed with any liquid. It was important that it be tasteless because my gag reflex is very sensitive since surgery. I have only been taking this for a week and things are already much better. I am also trying really hard to get my fluids in. Sometimes I'm good, sometimes I'm not. I am currently in my 14th week post-op.
   — buglebird