by NeonISkies » 17 Apr 2012, 21:16
I'm not out of the woods yet, however i did have my second bowel movement of the day and those stool softeners and Miralax did their work because i think i cleared half of my intestine.
I did treat myself today eating a small waffel with some syrup this morning, ofcourse followed by my stool softeners and miralax. My fissure has definitely started it's healing process, while it feels decently large to the touch i honestly don't think it is too severe. I got some pain after wiping (Using Alcohol-Free Baby Wipes) but nothing severe, and i have been trying to apply topical antiseptic to help keep the area clean and void of bacteria and to create a protective barrier from stool.
It is going to be a few weeks, but luckily as long as i stay on my diet and my stool remains soft i should heal up nicely. That first 5 days of constipation were probably my scariest and hardest obstacle...
I want to thank everyone of you who helped me get through the beginning and worst stages of this, if i had not found this board i would have literally been up shit's creek without a paddle lol. You were all a huge help, and i will keep updating on my progress, and share what has and hasn't worked for me...
P.S. Yogurt is a serious godsend when it comes to low calorie diets. If your taking in too little calories then you normally do it can be just as damaging to you as taking in to many, this i know. You never want to drop more then say 300-500 calories from your daily average unless your on an obese crash diet, and even then it is closely regulated by physicians, due to the fact a drastic change in caloric intake can actually kill you. Yogurt is what helped me keep that up, not to mention it was a great snack with natural fruit and fruit flavoring, and probiotics to help ease healthy digestion. Getting some protein, Yogurt, Tuna Fish and Chicken all helping with that.
So i recommend yogurt to anyone experiencing constipation or just need help regulating bowels, 2 cups a day can make a difference.
Thanks again, will keep posting....