I think I might have a little friend... (TMI)

tsuredraider · February 2012

So, I went to my weekly OB appt. (everything else is fine... HB in the 140s, insulin pump approved by insurance, A1C is 6, which is perfect!) and discussed my horrendous cramping due to constipation. I know it's constipation because I totally feel like my butt is going to explode off, that's how backed up I am. I told her I've started drinking more water to see if that helps, but nothing yet. I'm lucky to poo a little bit once every three days or so, which I know, constipation is completely normal during pregnancy, but I finally broke down and asked what I could take for it.

When I got home, I finally felt like I needed to poo, but only one little rabbit turd came out and when I wiped... blood. My first reaction was that I was spotting, but then I realized it was from my rear. Hemorrhoid came to mind. I've heard you can get them from straining to poo, which has definitely been the case.

I was really hoping to avoid this during pregnancy, but I'm afraid I'm not going to. Has anyone else had this problem or had it during a previous pregnancy and what did you do? TIA!

christinakprice · February 2012

Sounds like typical pregnancy constipation and bleeding related to hemmrhoids. You can take over the counter Miralax or Colace. Eat plenty of fiber and get lots of water.

katmacwv · February 2012

While not a topic I really discuss IRL, I will admit here that I had them during my first pregnancy and fear they will come back this time. I used Preparation H wipes/pads for the pain when it reached that point. Of course, that doesn't help with the constipation part of things.

mymonkeykeys · February 2012

Sounds like the typical stuff. Like the pp said just use stool softners, miralax/colace, friendly laxatives if needed. If they get too bad use Preperation H or Witch Hazel to help if they start burning or itching and try to sit as little as possible. The further along you get the more pressure you start getting down there and sitting makes it worse. If you HAVE to sit all day at work get a donut thing or something to sit on to relieve the pressure. HTH!!!!

telyn · February 2012

I had this 4/5 weeks ago- as PP said, it's typical if you get constipated so the easy answer is don't.

Eat more fiber, drink more water. I had to make a conscience effort to drink more water- I felt like I was desert training, I just kept thinkg "HYDRATE!" and downing a bottle of water every few hours.

I did try the fiber pills with the mild laxative in them for a week or so- it lead to some, umm, squishy results, but that worked while I got my diet and dirnking habits under control. Now I eat a big plate salad every day- lunch or dinner- and drink about 2 liters of water a day.Haven't had a problem since.

theabbey5 · February 2012

I struggle with these if I don't stay on top of it. Drink plenty of apple juice, grape juice or even prune juice and up your fiber intake. Unfortunately the longer into the pregnancy the worse they get...or can get...so hope you find a way to keep them at bay and get more than just a "little rabbit turd" ;o)

jyoung01 · February 2012

Milk of Magnesia gets me moving and was recommended by my OB.

tsuredraider · February 2012

Yeah, my OB said to start with Milk of Magnesia. The dosage said 2 to 4 tablespoons, but I could only stomach 1 tablespoon because I thought I was going to puke it all up! I'll probably try to take the other tablespoon here in a bit and hopefully, things will get moving.

danies08 · February 2012

I think I bleed every single time I poo. The first time I was also scared because I was scared of where it came from. I would recommend taking a stool softener, because if you are really backed up, it might be horrible when it finally cuts loose.

sammyk12 · February 2012

I had constipation and hemorrhoids terribly during my first trimester, and what really helped me was staying very hydrated, and taking a fiber supplement each day, sometimes twice a day. And trying to eat a very green diet- full of fruits and veggies.

As for the 'roids- Tucks pads, preparation H, and sitz baths really helped me. And trying to not irritate them when wiping (gross, I know!).

So sorry to hear you are going through this- it was by far the worst part about my 1st tri. I hope it goes away quickly.

FutureNichols · February 2012

I missed pooping and that kept happening to me. So I am not going to lie. I do a week of prenatals on and then a week off. It's been working for me and everything is fine. it got so bad i went to the ER cause I thought something was really wrong. No it's was just because I hadn't pooped, not even a rabbit pellet in 2 weeks. Consult your doc first.

allisonmarie22 · February 2012

tsuredraider:
So, I went to my weekly OB appt. (everything else is fine... HB in the 140s, insulin pump approved by insurance, A1C is 6, which is perfect!) and discussed my horrendous cramping due to constipation. I know it's constipation because I totally feel like my butt is going to explode off, that's how backed up I am. I told her I've started drinking more water to see if that helps, but nothing yet. I'm lucky to poo a little bit once every three days or so, which I know, constipation is completely normal during pregnancy, but I finally broke down and asked what I could take for it.

I'm sorry but this made me laugh hysterically. Hope you feel better soon!

EBelle80 · February 2012

I ALWAYS get constipated, it's a normal thing for me for some reason. So I usually sprinkle flaxseed (available at your healthfood store) on my cereal each morning. Sometimes that makes me go a lot, but it is a lot better than metamucil or anything medicinal. You cannot taste it. I even put it on my Captain Crunch, sometimes, :-) And your blood may not be from a hemorrhoid, but just from straining and having hard stools. Drink lots of liquids each day.

Olive44 · February 2012

I bleed every time I go, also. I take Benefiber and Colace every day. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to help much

tsuredraider · February 2012

allisonmarie22:
tsuredraider:
So, I went to my weekly OB appt. (everything else is fine... HB in the 140s, insulin pump approved by insurance, A1C is 6, which is perfect!) and discussed my horrendous cramping due to constipation. I know it's constipation because I totally feel like my butt is going to explode off, that's how backed up I am. I told her I've started drinking more water to see if that helps, but nothing yet. I'm lucky to poo a little bit once every three days or so, which I know, constipation is completely normal during pregnancy, but I finally broke down and asked what I could take for it.
I'm sorry but this made me laugh hysterically. Hope you feel better soon!

LOL! No worries... My DH and OB both laughed when I told them. It's the only why I could explain it!

mwitter80 · February 2012

FutureNichols:
I missed pooping and that kept happening to me. So I am not going to lie. I do a week of prenatals on and then a week off. It's been working for me and everything is fine. it got so bad i went to the ER cause I thought something was really wrong. No it's was just because I hadn't pooped, not even a rabbit pellet in 2 weeks. Consult your doc first.

There are actually prenatals that have stool softeners in them If you ask your doc then you won't have to skip. This will actually work for everyone who is having an issue. My midwife offered them to me and I've been free and clear ever since