10 days post op

Hi Kristine,

glad to hear that it’s all done and you are through the other side. Sorry to hear about the pain and not being able to go to the loo. I was quite fortunate in the pain dept as I didn’t suffer as much as I thought I would so I do feel for you.

With regards going to the loo, I was given stool softeners which helped me. You can get them over the counter so maybe a family member could get them for you. Also if you are struggling to strain a bit you could get some glycerine suppositories.  Holding a cushion over your stomach and pressing gently on your wounds may help if you are straining. Are you drinking enough fluid as that will help. Maybe the constipation is causing some of the pain.

Hope some of that helps.

Best wishes,

Jules.

Hi jules,  I think you’re right that the constipation maybe adding to the pain. I am on a laxative, so fingers crossed   Thank you for responding. 

Glad to hear that you are having some meds to help you to go. I forgot to say, it’s a good time to try to go to the loo after you have eaten ……see if that trick works!

Take care and keep your chin up xxx