I get pain when it feels like a stool is entering into the pouch? I also have constipation more now than when I first had the pouch? Can anyone recommend something to make me more regular. I also have to strain to make a movement now.

Soluble fiber helps - oats, psyllium (Metamucil), sweet potato etc. If you're already taking Metamucil, perhaps increase your dosage.

Vegetables!

Drink lots of water and tea. Have you got time to make fresh juice in the morning? That also helps.

Thank you Nikki, I have not been in a good rutine since haveing the pouch. I use to go 6-10 times a day in the begining. I have had the pouch working for over one year. I take citrucil this is like metamucil once per day. But this seems like it binds me up more. I had asked if anyone gets the short pain I feel with gas or a bowel dropping down in the pouch? Sometimes I empty out completely and I dont go again for three to four days?

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I dont go again for three to four days

Have you spoken to your surgeon about this? Jan??