Umbilical Hernia Operation

[betterdeal]

I had a para-umbilical hernia and was operated on last Tuesday. The hernia is gone now, and I can hear my tummy rumbling lots since. I feel a lot better inside now that things appear to be moving around more freely. The wound is seeping a little so I saw my GP yesterday and was prescribed antibiotics.

 

Thing is, I'm constipated. Previously I would have pushed and grunted while on the loo, but obviously doing that will endanger the healing of the wound. Anyone here had a similar experience? What did you do?

[Chocolat]

I had a para-umbilical hernia and was operated on last Tuesday. The hernia is gone now, and I can hear my tummy rumbling lots since. I feel a lot better inside now that things appear to be moving around more freely. The wound is seeping a little so I saw my GP yesterday and was prescribed antibiotics.

 

Thing is, I'm constipated. Previously I would have pushed and grunted while on the loo, but obviously doing that will endanger the healing of the wound. Anyone here had a similar experience? What did you do?

 

 

Perhaps you can ask your doctor about taking Colace (stool softener). Also drink lots of water and eat foods that help to soften/speed things up.

[Star Gazer]

Anesthesia and narcotic pain meds can reeeeeally slow things down.

 

I recommend magnesium supplements, one 250 mg tablet a day - all natural, no crazy spasms or uncomfortable movements like with a laxative or softener. Be sure to drink lots of water too.

[hotgurl]

my dad had the same surgery and the same problem.

 

He ate a lot of prunes and cut out foods that can contribute to constipation for a while.

 

and Star is right pain meds can slow things up.

[betterdeal]

Thanks all. I've been drinking lots of water since you suggested it and feel better. More green veg (esp. broccoli) if magnesium is good for it.