Abdominal pain/discomfort
For the past few days I have been experiencing abdominal pain and discomfort. It's been almost 2 months since my RC. I had some issues before the surgery but I don't recall them being this bad. I've had constipation issues after the surgery, mostly soft thin stools that seem hard to completely move out. My surgery team suggested I see a GI doctor. I had an appointment with my gastroenterologist's PA and he said I should drink more fluids and fiber rich foods, which I have been doing since after the surgery. He also suggested I take Miralax and Citrucel 2 times a day. I have been doing all this for 4 days but still feel the pain. It was also suggested I may have IBS, which causes constipation. Has anyone experienced something similar after RC? I'd appreciate some feedback.
Hi. My RC was done as part of a bigger op and involved getting a colostomy too so don’t have the traditional post RC experience to share but I know others have had issues. This article may be useful for you to read. Hope you get seen soon and they can address things for you. Let us know how you go. https://bladdercancer.net/living/cystectomy-bowel-issues Laura, Moderator, BladderCancer.net 
- I am sorry to hear that you are still having digestive issues post OP. I used Miralax but only had issues for a few weeks post surgery. I am not a medical professional but would think that if these options were helping you, you would notice some sort of relief. I have some IBS and it causes me to have diarrhea but any pain, bloating or uncomfortable feeling goes away immediately following a bowel movement. I suggest keeping a diary of what you are eating, taking for the problem and when they symptoms begin. I found post RC that I had to watch spicy foods and pretty much anything with caffeine or it caused digestive challenges. I hope that you are able to find the cause and get some relief soon. Keep us updated on how you are doing. My best Linda Urbanski (moderator, Bladdercancer.net team member)
