Is it safe for me to have a colonic irrigation a couple days before surgery to prevent being constipated & bloated? I have read that many women suffer from constipation and being uncomfortably bloated after breast surgery so I am wondering if this would help? Thanks
February 10, 2024
Answer: Always best to check with your surgeon Constipation is often a side effect from the pain medication. In my practice, I prescribe stool softeners or laxatives if needed. It is possible you could still get constipated after surgery, a fact which would preclude the need or usefulness of a colonic irrigation before surgery. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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February 10, 2024
Answer: Always best to check with your surgeon Constipation is often a side effect from the pain medication. In my practice, I prescribe stool softeners or laxatives if needed. It is possible you could still get constipated after surgery, a fact which would preclude the need or usefulness of a colonic irrigation before surgery. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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March 5, 2024
Answer: Surgery No, do not do a colonic irrigation which stirs up a lot of bacteria just before having breast surgery. Narcotics may cause bloating and constipation so drink lots of water, walk, and take stool softeners if needed.
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March 5, 2024
Answer: Surgery No, do not do a colonic irrigation which stirs up a lot of bacteria just before having breast surgery. Narcotics may cause bloating and constipation so drink lots of water, walk, and take stool softeners if needed.
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