I haven't gone #2 in almost 2 weeks... (TMI warning)

cheeksv

My fiance kinda had the same problem. Except he would take laxatives and nothing. Try a generic stool softener it did the trick.

fresprit57

lots of water & prune juice!

joeysrib

Ok, I am a geriatric nurse, and when one of our little folks gets bound up, we give them a bomb. A bomb is 1 ounce each sorbitol, mineral oil, and milk of magnesia. Since it has been so long though you may need a double dose, and/or be dug out. Now I know that neither option sounds fun, but you need to do something NOW, you can DIE from being backed up.

And yes, I would track the calories, because you are still absorbing them.

joeysrib

Oh, BTW, if you do use the bomb, you are not finished until you see oil floating in the toilet, so if you feel like passing gas, and you haven't seen any oil in the toilet, go fart into the toilet, and our Dr says once you take the bomb, stay home, and have plenty of TP on hand. And maybe some prep h, just to soothe when you're finished. Good luck.

ChrissyLu723

Mineral Oil works or maybe get an enema, I know it sounds gross but it will help you if regular laxatives arent working. Sorry your hospital can't help you out. But I really would try the enema and keep taking a tablespoon of mineral oil a day, it does keep things moving. My oldest had a problem going...hard stools, and her doctor recommended the oil, it worked very well, and she has no problems now. Good luck to you and keep us posted so we know your doing OK.

dlaplume2

Oh, BTW, if you do use the bomb, you are not finished until you see oil floating in the toilet, so if you feel like passing gas, and you haven't seen any oil in the toilet, go fart into the toilet, and our Dr says once you take the bomb, stay home, and have plenty of TP on hand. And maybe some prep h, just to soothe when you're finished. Good luck.

This sounds like good advice. I would try the bomb thing. The one thing I haven't seen anyone in the medical field point out is; you said you are anemic. If you are taking Iron pills for your anemia, it can cause constipation. You really do need to work on getting it out of your system. It may require some impact removal as well. It can become very toxic, so if you can't get it moving you need to see a doctor. You can offer a payment plan or see if there is a clinic nearby. You can apply at the local hospital for free care. They will go based on your income and you may be able to see a doctor at the hospital without it being an emergency. There could be a blockage and you could have other medical conditions causing this.

Once you get yourself moving again, you need to make sure you are taking the right kind of supplements, fiber pills, metamucil something like that to prevent it again.

Best wishes

shellyrell28

been there done that...what works for me is fiber one cereal and fiber one bars. if i keep that in my diet it gets me regular. it will take a couple days to get you goin but when it does you will be going

IndigoVA

How much water are you drinking? The few times this has happened to me before, it was because I was dehydrated. I drank lots of water, and then followed up with a couple cups of strong coffee the next morning. That fixed the problem.

Honestly, it sounds like your diet includes very little fiber. I know fresh fruits and veggies can be expensive, but how about some brown rice and and beans?

Kalrez

My mom gets this way. Stool softeners and plenty of water do the trick for her. I'm not very regular, but I've found that if I drink something within an hour of waking up, I'll normally have to stop my drink to go hit the potty. Tea seems to work the fastest for me, but even my protein shake does it.

The next time you get paid, I'd get a thing of powdered fiber and have a glass every morning. I know that life gets in the way of doing things perfectly, so I'm not going to tell you to get more fresh fruits and veggies. I'm sure you would already be doing that if it were an option. But see if you can find a way to spare the $4 or so for a thing of generic Metamucil. Even if it tastes like butt, just plug your nose and chug it.

Also, this might sound crazy, but maybe see if you can find a way to meditate or relax for like half an hour every day. I can't go #2 on days that I work. Like, I'll feel a poo in there, but I can't get it out because I'm so tense from work. I'll WANT to poo, I'll sit on the pot, but nothing happens. My body is just too wound up. But on my next day off, it'll all come out because I'm calm and relaxed. I know that with a job and a little one, it's hard to find the time. It's worth a shot though.

maria1993

I knew someone that this happened to. It turned out that he had colon cancer.. It was removed the first time but killed him when it came back.. He waited a whole month before he went to the doctor. By that time a lot of his lower bowel had actually died, so waiting was the worst thing he could have done.

When sitting on the toliet put your feet up on something, like a paint can or short overturned trash can...Until your knees are as high as your mid-stomach. Rest your elbows on your knees and wait.. Don't give up after just a few minutes because you don't think anything is happening.. Give it time

here_I_go_again

You need to get a bowel prep from a pharmacy and go to a doctor as you can die of a bowel obstruction...worry about the money later, can you go to a hospital?

I could, but both of the area hospitals, the doctor will see you and just tell you to go see you're doctor in the morning. Unless you're bleeding or something's broken, its just a waste of $400.

You're right about the ER just sending you away and telling you to go to your "own" doctor in the am. The only thing I know that they might do if they feel the need and believe you are actually impacted, is to "clear" you out manually, which I assume isn't much fun. I have had and continue to have issues such as yours and I have found prune juice (as much per day as you can tolerate) helps. It DOES take a bit, it isn't magic, but if you drink as much as you can, as many times as you can per day, eventurally something should happen. Have you tried an enema at all?

souchie

are you passing gas? If not see a doctor NOW.

If you are take an over the counter laxative or stool softener. Increase your fiber...think carrots and broccoli, maybe a salad, try llaying off the burgers at work, definatey watch how much water you are drinking .....most importantly allow yourself time to go. Best of luck to you

ccmulder5

personally.. if the ER isn't an option.. i would first head to or call the nearest pharmacy, and speak with the pharmacist.. they deal with lots of everyday situations and usually have more of a sympathetic heart and better understanding of being on a super tight budget.. (since they are face to face with the public and dealing directly with payments and insurance). having been a single mom for years, this was always my first stop.. you can even call them.. be honest and tell them that you burp/vomited.. maybe ask if the "bomb" that the previous person suggested would be ok.. this is pretty serious, i wouldn't do anything without a medical professional's advice.. **keeping you in my prayers!!

LilRedRooster

Girl, beg, borrow or steal the cash because you need to see a doctor!

Agreed. Anything past three days is NOT healthy, and you could end up with impacted bowels, which trust me, is not something you want to have to do deal with, because that will not be a short-term problem that will go away with some antibiotics. As a CNA who has dealt with people who have ended up with impacted bowels, you do NOT want to let the problem keep going because of lack of funds. I can't imagine an ER telling you to go away if you don't have a primary care physician, especially if you tell them you haven't gone for two weeks.

Maria_81

oooh. Try prune juice, apples, coffee and lots of water. Going to the doctor would be the logical next step, BUT (no pun) he is more than likely going to prescribe an ENEMA for you. If you've never had one of those, its a very unpleasant experience! Once you do get cleaned up, include high fiber foods and a good pro-biotic in your diet. Probiotics have good bacteria to help move your colon waste.

Good luck on that.

ivyjbres

Thanks everybody for your concern, the bomb worked. I lost 4 lbs this morning, and can't seem to drink enough water now. Thanks again.

SueInAz

Thanks everybody for your concern, the bomb worked. I lost 4 lbs this morning, and can't seem to drink enough water now. Thanks again.

Reading through this, I figured your 6 pound weight gain was just from everything built up in your system. Over the next few days, you'll probably lose the rest.

Please make sure you're drinking lots of water every day and getting more fiber into your diet on a regular basis. Beyond fruits and vegetables, you can also try flax meal, which is also high in Omega-3s as well as fiber. Also those probiotic yogurts or drinks or pills. They are supposed to keep your digestive system humming.

Good luck!

yalmira82

I would defanetly go to the doctor. If you don't have money go to the health department. I have problems going to and at my worst I started having severe pains in my side. Went to the doctor and I had to go see the Gastro Intestine doctor to be cleaned out. What happened was I would go a couple of weeks with out going and it would build up. Pooh that had been inside for a long time would get hard and stick to the walls of where the pooh collects before it runs through. So even if I had to go I could not because everything was basically stuck and it could not move through. So I have insurance but even when I saw the bill I wanted to throw up. So I would go see the doc before you have to go through something major and then really have to fork up some money you don't have...Good Luck!!! Just wanted to let you know what CAN happen. Scary!!!And the pain is wrenching!!!!

Just1forMe

Bananas and oatmeal are binding so do not eat them. Prunes and Kalamata figs (3-5 of either right before bed) help so I would get some and take them regularly now that things are moving again. Do NOT take the pills or meds as your body can build up an intolerance to them....

glittermouse

Yay! I'll bet the last time someone cheered for you making poo-poo was when you were a baby, BUT I was really worried about you and the first thing I thought when I woke up this morning was "I hope ivyjbres is okay." Keep drinking that water and get some rest.
~TheGlitterMouse

ccmulder5

so happy to hear the bomb worked for you!! had to come back and check on you!!!
yes, rest.. you must be exhausted!

LaraRN

Ivybres,
You need to go see a Dr. - the longer the wait, the worse off you'll be. It can be something as easy as not getting enough fiber - to a bowel obstruction. Not something to "wait around" for.

joeysrib

Bomb works everytime! Add miralax to your nighttime ritual, at least every other night. It's gentle. And don't forget about oil in the toilet. Glad I could help!!!

Katie3784

Two weeks is a really long time to not have a BM. I used to have a really bad constipation problem. I went almost a whole year with only having a BM from enemas. When I got pregnant in 2009 I decided enough was enough, so I chose to give fiber a shot. I increased my fiber intake through Fiber One products and fresh fruit and veggies. I also drink about ten glasses of water a day. It worked and I haven't been constipated for two years. I know you are concerned about food logging and what not, but you have bigger problems to tend to. If you are vomiting because of constipation, you very possibly have an obstruction that could poison you and cause death. This is very serious and I suggest you see a doctor(money or not) immediately.

peacestar84

I'm sorry but I did not read all the other responses because I am seriously worried about you and all I will say is this you likely have a blockage and if you do not seek medical help you could die. Your health is number one important and it has been too long with out movement. Hope things work out for you.

christine24t

I see that you finally went which is good, but you need to start upping your fiber intake to prevent this again. You do not want to become reliant on any type of medications, especially at such a young age. If it happens recurrently, please see a doctor because it could be your life that you end up losing because of it, and your life is worth struggling for a few dollars.

nursekj

Thats good it worked, yep just drink lots of water to flush your system and add some soluble fibre to diet such as metamucil or benefibre. In NZ we have lots of kiwifruit and they are a great bowel stimulant for breakfast in morning with glass of hot water and lemon juice. Keep tabs on your bowel function, like if you have bleeding or distention or changes in stool write it in a diary. I have a bowel disease that nearly killed me so I think bowel health so easily ignored, but an integral part of our wellbeing!

hsnider29

Ok, I am a geriatric nurse, and when one of our little folks gets bound up, we give them a bomb. A bomb is 1 ounce each sorbitol, mineral oil, and milk of magnesia. Since it has been so long though you may need a double dose, and/or be dug out. Now I know that neither option sounds fun, but you need to do something NOW, you can DIE from being backed up.

And yes, I would track the calories, because you are still absorbing them.

I agree, we used to give Milk of Magnesia mixed in prune juice and nuked for 30 seconds. Worked wonders!

beelouise5

Hey! I'm a dietetic professional, and for constipation we go with the "Three F's": fiber, fluid, fitness

1. Up your fiber. Whole grains, fruits, vegetables
2. Drink plenty of water, at least a mL for every calorie you consume
3. Move around, go for a daily walk, etc. Activity encourages gravity to do it's job on the gut

AlsDonkBoxSquat

Keep logging and eat really high fiber foods to help things move along. This can be caused by eating too little fiber (don't know if that is your case). If it were me, I'd eat the highest fiber containing foods I could get my hands on (lots of fruits, veggies, shredded wheat or fiber one, whole grains, raw sources, oatmeal and dried fruit like raisins), and a cup of coffee.