Limited bowel movements after stoma reversal: Normal?

Posted by sacul2 @sacul2, Apr 16 9:06am

Had reversal 6 days ago. Pass gas but have only had very limited bowel movements. maybe a total of 5 ounces. Is this normal? There is no pain just a little wound tenderness.

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llad24 | @llad24 | Apr 18 10:09am

I had my reversal about a month ago. The first week was horrible. I was in the bathroom every 10 mins and nothing will come out and when it did it was watery. Second week was a little better and started having more bowl movement. I'm now 4 weeks from surgery and my bowl movement is almost normal. still have to use the bathroom more than normal, about 4 times per day, but I'm happy with the outcome.
5 ounces in 6 days might be a too little. Mentioned that to your doctor. You don't want a blockage somewhere.