“Post-abdominal hernia surgery?”
How long before a bowel movement with the use of ex-lax for stool softener?
Male | 38 years old
3 Answers
Surgeonsurgeon
Post surgery period, a discussion with your surgeon can help.
Surgery can make the bowel slow down, a condition called an ileus. It takes a few days to recover in most cases.
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