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Pain Meds Strategy

Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 10:42 am
by LookingUp
I'm aware of constipation issues with opiods mentioned numerous times on this Board. How about a method I use for colonoscopy. 3 days prior, stop eating solid foods.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-life ... t-20048505

Followed prior to IPP surgery and perhaps 2 or 3 days after surgery? Certainly would limit stress/strain.

Thoughts?

LU

Re: Pain Meds Strategy

Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 1:26 pm
by Cajun Jeff
Very interesting with surgery 1 week from today a good thought. Will talk with the staff tomorrow when I go for pre-op.