Posted: 05/23/07 - 17:21 Post subject: bowel movement after hysterectomy
I had a total hysterctomy about a week ago and I have not had a bowel movement since. Is this normal after surgery? I need some relief! Can someone tell me something I can do to bring me some relief.
The hospital gave me milk of magnesia and a suppository 2 days post-op. I didn't work. So, 4 days's after surgery I took a mild laxitive. I had gas pains all through the night, but the next morning it was worth it. I felt so much better.
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