Metamusil
From: International Adhesions Society (tracy.joslin@adhesions.org)
Sat Oct 8 08:54:24 2005
Metamucil has helped me a lot get less partial
blockages and have more regular, firmer stools.
It is not a laxative per se (and will not cure
the underlying cause for your blockages), but more
of a "bulking agent" (it will give you a larger
stool and clean you out). Your Dr gave you good
advise. Try it. I would have some (2tsp) loose
Metamucil with some lukewarm water in the morning
before going to work, and half a Metamusil cracker (
Apple/Cinnamon) before every meal and whenever I was
out (it calmes your tummy and gut). You can nibble
them throughout the day. Just make sure you get enough
fluids.
You have to find out how much Metamucil you need.
Start low and gradually work your way up I f you
have to. I had less pain, less bloating, less Diarrhea,
less discomfort in general. I got this tip, after
many calls for help, from a very compassionate
Nutritionist and Dietition.
I've had to have a bowel resection this summer
and gladly went back on Metamucil ( or bulk
Phsyllium) after surgery to combat symptoms
from it.
Hope it works for you.
Eva