by Hatetopoop » 13 Jan 2014, 09:00
Hi today I am hurting after day 3 post surgery for LIS, fissurectomy, and tag removal. I am spasming since my BM this morning, which was soft though it felt difficult to "push out". I know I shouldn't push, but I felt like I had to "go". I a wondering if its too soon to tell if the LIS was successful. My rectum has always been too tight and I thought the LIS would loosen up the exit door a bit so it would be easier to poop. Please advise...I am taking fiber (psyllium husk) plus 1-2 stool softeners 2x day. I read the psyllium husk may be bulking up. Should I switch to the Miralax instead? The nurse had told me to avoid laxatives so I am a bit confused as to what to do.
I do have painkillers--hydrocodedone with acetaminophen 325 mg pills but trying to avoid taking them as I heard they cause constipation. I took two tylenols yesterday 500 mg each and they did very little to relieve the pain after the BM.
Please advise if I should switch to the Miralax and if it's too soon to tell if the LIS was successful.
Thanks!