>----- Original Message -----
From: "J.J." <jjriggs@thefineprintintl.com>
To: "Multiple recipients of list ADHESIONS"
<adhesions@mail.medispecialty.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 01, 2001 11:14 AM
Subject: No bowel movement in 6 days: Need advice ASAP!
> Hello all,
>
> It's been a while since I last posted on the boards; I've been
> struggling to keep a good sense of humor while being on my own,
> supporting myself, and managing adhesive pain.
>
> It's been 6 days since I last had a bowel movement. I've taken half a
> package of laxatives with no result. I've tried mineral oil before, but
> it doesn't work very well for me. All of my doctors are either out of
> town or can't be reached until tomorrow. The pain and nausea are
> dehabilitating...I even passed out yesterday. Yet I'm a stubborn ole
> gal and refuse to take narcotics.
>
> Any advice? Should I go to the hospital and demand testing and surgery
> for a complete bowel obstruction? I can't afford either, but I can't
> afford being bedridden all day either.
>
> With belly distended,
> J.J. "Laxative Addict" Riggs
>