Question:
Im 5 days post op feeling some pressure and fullness in pouch area

I just want to know, myabe im taking my pills to fast. I take them about 5 min apart. I've only "pottied" about a thumb size (urninate good) but it just feels uncomfortable. Is this norm? I have experienced no vomiting or nausea but this makes me feel too full. any hints?    — Jackiis (posted on December 11, 2001)

December 11, 2001
I also had a hard time taking my pills for about two weeks. The pills always felt like they got stuck or even made me full. It's hard when they tell you to take a pill with breakfast because there just isn't any room. Just a little bite of something made me feel like I had eaten a turkey. I am 5 weeks now and can eat a small meal not to much but not to little. Oh, I'm also constipated all the time so don't worry about that unless it goes on for quite some time. I tried all the stuff they tell you to on here but nothing would work so I used a suppository and it worked great. Good luck
   — Kelly C.

December 11, 2001
Since you are only 5 days out, you may be constipated from your pain medication. You probably still take some on occasion when you hurt a little. This will last for a few days after getting off your pain meds. Drink your water and if it gets worse, call your Dr. to recommend a laxative or fiber drink. I think it took me 5 days after surgery before I even went to the bathroom.
   — Lisa J.