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Stomach bug
momkas
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I'm 7 woks post op and have diahreah. Last night I took pepto without thinking. Today I still have symptoms but remembered I'm not suposed to take that med. what can I do or take to alleviate my symptoms? Did I do any harm taking pepto one time?
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I would check with your surgeon's office for what you can eat and take to help.0
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There are several things to eat that are natural binding agents, like cheese, but since you are just 7 weeks out, you should check with your doctor. In the meantime, try some tea. I know you can have that and it is one of the things they tell you to eat/drink to help with diahreah. It also counts as your water. Hope you feel better soon.
And no, I don't think you hurt anything with one dose of Peto or you would be in some kind of pain now.0 -
I would try a mint tea. Mint is supposed to calm your stomach.0
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Diarrhea is not uncommon to WLS about 1 in 10 people have had it. The pepto didn't cause any harm the concerns are that it has aspirin in it and could lead to bleeding.
I would recommend fiber. The problem with fiber is that it is bulky and can cause full feelings, so start with a small amount and wait and see if it helps. When you add fiber you will need to also add water.
Randy RN
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Thank you all.0
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