poo poo problems

Brenda T.
on 7/5/12 11:40 pm - Oshawa, Canada

RNY on 05/14/12

I have been grumpy all week, but today I used a bullet (supository (sp) ) to move things, and I'm not grumpy anymore. lol

I know I need to drink more.

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(deactivated member)
on 7/5/12 11:48 pm - Canada

RNY on 06/11/09

I often have a similar problem and take Very Berry Metamucil for breakfast every morning. I eat later at work. If you try it make sure you adjust it for your pouch. I take a rounded teaspoon with about 1/2 cup of water. Your do have to drink it fast before it firms up.
I talked to my doctor and pharmacist and they both recommended it.
I never have a problem now!

Catw
on 7/5/12 11:51 pm - Arnprior, Canada

Love the smiley. You're right, you probably are a little low on the water. Especially with the heat, we don't realize how much we need. That's usually my cause. Also may need to check your fiber. Monical mentions she adds stuff to her yogurt to help.

Glad you're feeling less "grumpy"!

Cathy

Laurie C.
on 7/5/12 11:52 pm - Collingwood, ON, Canada

I understand, I used Bisacodyl 5 mg 2 nights in a row, just bought a box at Wallymart. Make sure you cru**** as it has an enteric coating on it.
Happier girl now.

Surgery: June 11, 2012--Dr. Starr--Humber

Allaryanna
on 7/6/12 2:55 am - Belleville, Canada

RNY on 02/09/12

Still swear by probiotics 2x day. Toook about a week for it to completely regulate me but those little capsules are a god send.

I am NEVER grumpy anymore.

D

Referral: January 2010 Orientation: Dec 2010 1st Appt's : April 26/2011 Surgery : Feb 9 / 2012

Starting Weight: 265 Surgeons Goal : 187lbs Personal Goal: 150lbs

PatXYZ
on 7/6/12 4:04 am

Lots and lots of fluids, probiotics, and when necessary Milk of Magnesia. I never let myself 'not go' for more than 3 days before I hit the MoM, but that hasn't happened to me since I've been getting all my fluids in regularly.

Glad you're feeling better!

I had OHIP approved Duodenal Switch surgery with Dr. Dennis Hong at St. Joseph's Hamilton on March 7th, 2012. Want more information on the DS in Ontario? Send me a private message!

JJ_
on 7/6/12 4:09 am

Glad to hear that you have found the ROOT of your problem and are no longer grumpy because of it.

Keep on drinking....it is soooo hot out.

Judy

Monica M.
on 7/6/12 4:17 am - Penetanguishene, Canada

RNY on 03/02/11

ooh yeah... i getcha, sister.

i get grumpy quite often. if i had the foresight to remember to take my stool softeners more regularly....sigh.

Amanda Dove-Collins
on 7/6/12 7:10 am - Tottenham, Canada

RNY on 05/24/12

Oh my goodness I know how you feel. I had the same problem a few days ago and I ended up taking Milk od Magnesia and man that stuff is magic. Within 10 mins of taking it I went to the bathroom and it was the best feeling EVER!