Poop and weight loss
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2 weeks with out a number 2 is not good, you need to take a laxative or go see your doctor, that's serious constapation .
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When you change your diet abruptly, this happens. It's normal. I started doing lower carb and my body hasn't totally adjusted yet - frustrating!
My advice is to get an osmotic laxative like Miralax, or generic version to help *ahem* get things going again. Also, perhaps look into getting extra probiotics via fermented foods like yogurt/kombucha/kimchi, or a supplement.
There's also different versions of tea. Smooth Move by Traditional Medicinals, or anything with Slippery Elm. I also find anything caffeinated helps to stimulate my digestive system.
Going for the doctor isn't really an option for me... so I'm not about to shout "go see a doctor!" at you for something you might be able to resolve on your own. Self medicate today and see if you can get it worked out by tomorrow.2 -
Pretty certain the lack of bm is the cause for not losing any weight, that is 2 weeks of food waste backed up in there. Try some over the counter laxatives or a fibre supplement (or both) and I would suggest that if that doesn't get you going soon see a doctor I can imagine there's some serious discomfort involved0
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OP - I see a lot of people recommending fiber - in your situation that is a very bad idea. You are already blocked, and fiber will only increase the amount of blockage.
While fiber is great to keep you regular, in many instances of constipation, fiber will just make the situation worse. I know I already posted some suggestions, but after seeing the additional fiber recommendations wanted to reiterate that in your current condition, more fiber would be harmful.
Again, I think it would be a good idea for you to see a doctor. If that's not possible increase your water consumption and take an osmotic laxative, while will direct water to your colon, and try an enema. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!7 -
I was constipated for 6 days and took fibre tablets with my meal last night and pooped this morning and then I took more with each meal today and had another poo recently. I've noticed my diet is both low carb and low fat so constipation could be common for me. I'm going to keep taking the fibre pills now just to help keep me regular. Hope that gets sorted soon hun xx0
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I second the miralax.
Also, increase your fat and water intake.1 -
MorganMoreaux wrote: »OP - I see a lot of people recommending fiber - in your situation that is a very bad idea. You are already blocked, and fiber will only increase the amount of blockage.
While fiber is great to keep you regular, in many instances of constipation, fiber will just make the situation worse. I know I already posted some suggestions, but after seeing the additional fiber recommendations wanted to reiterate that in your current condition, more fiber would be harmful.
Again, I think it would be a good idea for you to see a doctor. If that's not possible increase your water consumption and take an osmotic laxative, while will direct water to your colon, and try an enema. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!
Please listen to this advice and heed it - call your doctor ASAP and please do not take more fiber. I ended up in the hospital, very sick and in shock from taking Metamucil to combat 9 days of constipation. The fiber has nowhere to go when you are completely blocked, which you have to be after two weeks. It simply backs up in your system, which eventually will cause severe pain and vomiting (which put me into shock) and other possible severe complications.
Please follow the advice to get an osmotic laxative, and go buy yourself some Fleet enemas. Buy the mineral oil one as well as the water ones, and use the mineral oil one first - it will really help soften the impacted stool, then follow the instructions for following with the water.
Just . . . no more fiber. Do that after you fix the problem.5 -
Fleet glycerin suppositories--will work in about 15-30 minutes. I had this problem recently--couldn't stand it--was blocked for nearly a week. I'm so sorry you are experiencing this--painful and distressing. I have also used Fleet saline enemas in the past--they work FAST. If you aren't comfortable using products like these--please go to an urgent care or walk-in clinic NOW. Wishing you good health!2
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The magnesium vitamins are good... When I'm stopped up, I take 3 tablets with lots of water before bed, and will go in the morning without the pain of a laxative.0
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Apple Cider vinegar always helps to keep you regular if taken a few times a week.0
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Try Smooth Moves, a laxative tea. Also, drinking salt water ( yucky, I know) will work you almost immediately, unless you have an obstruction. Good luck! Two weeks is a long time to not0
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If you haven't had a bowel movement in 2 weeks, it is seriously time to see a doctor. At this point laxatives could do worse harm.
An impacted bowel can be a serious, live threatening condition. Don't take the chance and wait for something worse to develop.0 -
Are you still here OP, or have you passed out?4
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And in response to the people saying constipation - even 2 weeks worth of it! - is normal and inevitable when losing weight: No, no, no, just *NO*. Not a guaranteed outcome, not normal, not healthy. I'm saying this partly for OP, partly for others who may be reading.
Heck, from (pre-weight-loss) experience, I know that my body is inclined to get constipated . . . but I've learned how to avoid it. Even in a 2-pounds-per-week weight loss phase, I was experiencing my normal multiple times per day (no, not diarrhea, either).
After resolving the acute (2 week, yikes!) constipation problem via medical help, strive to eat enough healthy fat daily, get enough fiber daily (ideally from food), drink plenty of water, get some exercise, and include probiotics (like live-culture yogurt) in your diet. Most (not all) people can maintain a healthy digestive system without relying on drugs or supplements.3 -
@tjsims88 - did everything work out in the end?0
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You really need to go to the loo!! get some fibre into you! and sip at hot water, that works well too.0
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nuttynanners wrote: »My advice is to get an osmotic laxative like Miralax, or generic version to help *ahem* get things going again.
... so I'm not about to shout "go see a doctor!" at you for something you might be able to resolve on your own. Self medicate today and see if you can get it worked out by tomorrow.
I agree. A dose of Miralax (or generic) works in 1-2 days. Also, I learned in these forums last week about Vitafusion fiber gummies and I bought them and have been taking them for a few days. 5 grams of fiber each and 5 calories.
Yes, like one other person mentioned, this WOULD cause you to keep weight on -- because food and waste is not air.
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Have you pooped yet???1
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