My son had his pouch surgery 2 years ago and although he is well, we would just like some suggestions on firming his stools up as still very loose, we have tried imodium. Thanks.
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Metamucil is what works for me.
I am 18 years post op and my stools are still loose. If I try to make them too solid, my pouch does not empty as well. Fiber supplents thicken, but do not reduce frequency for me, so I don't bother with them.
Since I have no continence or urgency issues, my 18 years have taught me to just not worry about it. Bottom line, you don't want the normal stools you'd have with a colon, but if it is pure water with urgency, you need to slow the gut.
Jan
Since I have no continence or urgency issues, my 18 years have taught me to just not worry about it. Bottom line, you don't want the normal stools you'd have with a colon, but if it is pure water with urgency, you need to slow the gut.
Jan