I did ever think I would feel like this as a j-poucher, but I feel like I don't go to the bathroom enough. I probably go 5x/day, but I just had my surgery 1 month ago and was going much more. All of the sudden I stopped going so often and I feel all bloated and full all the time. Has anyone else dealt with this?

I don't know if I can help or not but I might offer a couple of ideas, make sure you are getting enough liquids, fruit juice worked real well for me (white grape) I also like a glass or two of red wine (I don't know if it helps or not, I like to think it does) If you are taking Immodium, try cutting back on the dose, or just quite taking it, and I think getting some exersice helps, if you can, do a little walking, Hope this helps, if not,just keep experimenting, you will find what works for you. Good Luck Den

An apple a day keeps the doctor away. And, it relieves any feeling of constipation! I swear by this remedy....skin and all! Best wishes!

You don't mention straining and pain, but if either of these ring a bell, you might want to ask your surgeon to check for a stricture that many of us deal with at the anastomosis.