Embarrassing Problem.....Help!

[Bocefus]

Is anyone else having problems with constipation? I am having an awful time! You would think with all the exercise I do, water I drink, apples, cheerios, etc....I wouldn't have this problem! My doc told me to take stool softeners.....I just started taking them....what do you guys do to correct this problem? :eek:

[MOM of 3]

Eat lots of fruit!!!!!!!

[tammyjean]

well mine cleared up after a week....but before that I used Milk of Magenes

[tammyjean]

"Milk of Magnesia sorry don't know what happend to that lol :)

[twinzymom]

I had that prob too last week, tried exlax and that didn't help, so someone suggested Citrate af Magnesia, let me tell ya, not backed up anymore! You can find it in a bottle by the laxatives

[phen-4-phen]

hi! im new on this site and been reading this forum really enjoyed it. This is my 4th day taking phen (was prescibed to me), and the first day was very effective , i could hardly eat a thing, Yesterday was the 3rd day and i would feel myself getting hungry even after eating i felt i could eat some more. My scale showed i lose 4lbs in the morning, and late last night it showed back to my initial weight. i know its too early to tell, but this morning it went back down 4lbs again-whew! I know its to early to panic, i just wanted to know if im on the right track by eating less (about 500 cal- i eat just about anything healthy-oatmeal, cammpbells healthy request soup, all meats, and some water)and i exercise for about 15 mins a day on my bike at home-intense cardio. My doc had suggested that i do about 30 mins/days. i feel lighter so i must be doing something right-just that the scale is not corperating!!! Wish me luck my first week!Any suggestions for losing weight faster are welcome-lol

[cbklingler]

phen-4-phen
4lbs in 3 days is a great start , I found eating more protein & fiber helped keep me fuller longer. also adding some light weight training help build muscel and burn more calories.

[Bocefus]

Phen-4-Phen: My advice to you is to not weigh every day. Only try to weigh once a week. My doc told me to do this, and it works best for me. If I weigh too often, then I get discouraged. I have been on Phen since April 1st. I lose an average of 3 lbs a week. I got discouraged last week because I weighed and the scale showed I gained back what I had lost the week before (3 lbs) and I was so bummed because there was absolutely no reason for it! But, the next morning, I weighed, and thank God the 3 lbs was gone, plus one more total of 4!) I have heard that if it is humid outside, that will effect your weight (water weight, I guess!) Also, if you could increase your riding on your bike (if that is all the exercise you get to get your heart rate up), then I would increase the time like your doc said. Also, there are going to be days that you are hungry. I am having one today. Just ignore the hunger. Think about how hard you have worked and you don't want to destroy everything you have worked for! (Sometimes I find a fat person I don't want to look like...sounds mean...but, they don't know it, and it works! My hunger leaves!)

And...thanks everyone for the tips on the constipation. I am now taking stool softeners and I hope this helps. My doc said not to take laxitives. Laxitives are hard on you, plus they can become addictive. My doc said stool softeners aren't addictive. I'll let you guys know how they work for me!!!!

Is everyone having a good Memorial Day weekend and behaving on their eating habits?

[phen-4-phen]

Thank you for the adivise! i think instead of exercising one a day ill change to twice a day -for twice the amt of time. I have been eating once a day- so i think ill try to spread it throughout the day. I looked in the mirror today and i was already shocked! haha-even tho when i went to church today a few people really noticed in shading some lbs, but since next week is a full week they will probably tell (i hope)Ohh and i havent really 'gone' since i started taking phen- well, maybe 4 days is too early to tell if i have constipation or not...but hope not!
Your self motivation is really funny, we think of the craziest things. when im exercising and i get tired, when i look at myself i think im a big cow!lol-then i keep going- maybe ill become a puppy instead :)
Have a great holiday everybody!

[MOM of 3]

Phen-4-Phen, Be careful just eating so little. Try to eat a small breakfast, then a handful of grapes or an apple about 3hrs. later. I like to drink green tea also. Eat some soup or a sandwich for lunch & then some more fruit about 3:00. For dinner, eat some meat, veggies & maybe some whole grain bread. (Buy as much whole grain products as possible). for snack at night, I eat a handful of some kind of nuts. Remember the water, too. I also go to bed early so I'm not tempted to snack. I also take a multi-vitamin (Weight Smart). I have lost 20lbs. in 6 wks. Hope this is helpful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MOM of 3]

Phen-4-Phen, Be careful just eating so little. Try to eat a small breakfast, then a handful of grapes or an apple about 3hrs. later. I like to drink green tea also. Eat some soup or a sandwich for lunch & then some more fruit about 3:00. For dinner, eat some meat, veggies & maybe some whole grain bread. (Buy as much whole grain products as possible). for snack at night, I eat a handful of some kind of nuts. Remember the water, too. I also go to bed early so I'm not tempted to snack. I also take a multi-vitamin (Weight Smart). I have lost 20lbs. in 6 wks. Hope this is helpful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[JAVVVAAA]

Hi phenpeeps
I have just signed on but have been reading alot of the posting till I decided to join.
I have been on phentermine since mid February and have lost 21lbs. HAPPY about that.
I have a really bad side effect and want some advice . I pick at my scalp without noticing it. I know it is the phen and now my hair feels so different thin and super soft like cotton candy. Its ocd which I never had before.
toughts?

[twinzymom]

Hmm, haven't had any hair issues, but my skin is a mess, feel like Im a high school girl again...tom here soon, never get zits like this.

[4ME]

ok, this is a tough question for me to ask...Has anyone had an issue with blood in the toilet after a BM? I have been on Phen for 2 weeks and this has happened twice. I have never had this issue before. Sorry for the graphic details but I am concerned.

[Bocefus]

Blood in the urine? Are you having a tough time going to the bathroom? Maybe you are having problems with constipation, like I am? If so, try a stool softener. Go to the pharmacy and get some. I bought the store brand (lot cheaper than the name brand stuff) and I think it is going to help. Good luck.

[Bocefus]

I meant blood in the BM in my above message. Sorry!

[JAVVVAAA]

Take Dulcolax. It definately works and is safe...forget the softener...go for it and then if it is still there see the dr asap. I recently had a bad bladder infection and I had never had that before either...sigh...I still love the phen cuz it works

[momma1]

I have noticed blood in the toilet after urinating.this has happened twice..once was after intercourse so I thought that was it,but it happened last night again.Not sure what the deal is..I'm approaching 35, so I get worried about every little change in my body.

[4ME]

Thanks for the responses

Momma1- Does this only happen when you urinate?
With me I notice it after a BM.., I do feel as if I am constipated, but the blood is freeflowing not actually in the stool...sorry again for the details!!!

[twinzymom]

I work in a medical clinic and if the blood is free flowing , not just spotty on the "ahem, poop" you may want to consult your physician..there are many things that can cause this, some are just an easy fix, others, not so much.

[phen-4-phen]

Mom of 3- or anyone who can answer; what kind of exercises do u do? I feel like im working hard maybe not hard enough???

[twinzymom]

I started running/jogging. One of the doctors at work has been doing the same for a few months and is the incredible shrinking woman! She says she doesn't job for long sprints, just at her own pace, just 30-45 a few days per week and it shows! Im trying to follow in her footsteps, I run on my treadmill, its easier on my knees....Im down 9#, so something is working!

[much2live4]

4ME, Does it happen after every BM? Sometimes constipation can cause hemmoroids and they may not be painful, but then hard stools or large stools may rub the swollen veins and cause bleeding. It may not be serious but if it continues you should probably consult a physician. Bocefus, MOMOF3 is right, you should eat more than once a day. I eat 6 times a day, B,snack,L,snack,D,snack and alot of water,I don't drink soda AT ALL. I have lost 48 lbs since Jan. 20. Down from a size 22/24 to 16/18. I son't have alot of time for much exercise(I have four kids the least of which is 10 mos.) so I walk about 1 or 2 miles a day. I also try to get in a little weight training when I can.
phen-4-phen, your weight first thing in the morning after going to the bathroom is your accurate weight, most everyone weighs more in the p.m. because of the days fluid retention, food that has been eating, and things like that.Don't sweat it! 4 lbs in 3 days is great! good work, keep it up!

[MOM of 3]

Phen-4Phen, I don't do any special exercise. I mow my grass w/ a push mower once a week. My job requires that I am on my feet 6 hrs. a day w/ lots of walking. i found a link with Prevention magazine that lets u calculate how many calories you burn just doing every day activities. I really burn a good many calories in a day.

[momma1]

The blood has been in the toilet water after urinating and when I wipe. Its' only happened those two times so far.

[4ME]

Much2live4- That sounds like that could be the issue has happened twice for me but not in the past week...hopefully thats over with...


SW: 244 5/14/07
234 5/20/07
232 5/23/07
233 5/29/07...UGH

GW 200 praying by 7/07/07
ultimate goal 1551bs seems like an unreachable goal right now!

[Sold1234]

I eat whole grain foods only and chick peas, taboli salad, beans. I never have a problem. If anything I go to many times. lOl. High fiber diet is very important and because I count carbs I limit bread and add beans. Cherrios is really not a healthy food. Sugar, white flour, i don't care what the box says about being heart healthy, it is not.

[Stacy32670]

Hi,
I am brand new. Just started taking Phen yesterday. Im just looking for advise and support. Ive been hanging out since yesterday and I enjoy the advise and information everyone has to offer to each other.

[Hope33]

anyone experience real dry mouth what will help this

[Stacy32670]

I just drink lots of water, I actually carry a thermal jug around with me everywhere, even out shopping. My jug and I, were quite the pair.

[angelz77]

This thread addressed a lot of issues.Phen4phen...you are not eating enough food!!! 500 calorie-a-day diets are ridiculous.No wonder you are hungry still.I started at 800 to 1200 a day.I tried to stay under 1000 calories 80% of the time.I was losing awesome that way.

Yes,Cheerios is NOT a good food , way to go Sold1234 for bringing it to light.
Enriched white flour is poison .Sugar is Poison..Your body reacts to them the same exact way by releasing insulin to combat the poison you just put in your system. Whole grain is the only way to go.Multi Grain is NOT good.It's a trick.Usually says Enriched white flour which is actually chemically processed flour with vitamin additives put back in.That wonder bread isn't even a food product.Whole wheat can be just as deceiving.Please read the labels.If the word ENRICHED is on the label.Put it back on the shelf.
And the dry mouth comes with the territory.I bought a lttle cooler and 4 ice packs, I alternate 2 and 2 daily.Keep it in car.I was spending 4 to 5 dollars a day on water at my local convenience store. Works great.
I'm so proud of everyone here.Keep up the good work and don't give up!!

[financeblonde]

On lipodrene having same problem, started taking liquid aloe, whew.

[itsnowthetime]

A side effect I have experienced from phentermine is constipation. My doctor suggested I go off phentermine for a few days (3-4) to make sure that it was definitely the phentermine causing the constipation and not something else. I did that and I had no problems with my bowels. I would suggest you do that first. Make sure its definitely the phen causing the problem. When I started phen again I became constipated again. My doctor reccomended to me to take Milk Of Mag every third night before I go to bed. This has been working well for me. I personally hate the taste of milk of mag but there are pills out (Phillips MOM)- which is so much better. Anyhow- check with your dr. -if its definitely the phen maybe this could be a route you might take.

[RockStarQT]

I have noticed blood in the toilet after urinating.this has happened twice..once was after intercourse so I thought that was it,but it happened last night again.Not sure what the deal is..I'm approaching 35, so I get worried about every little change in my body.

I am going on thirty next year and I too worry about all the little changes in my body.I had this problem last week- I noticed blood in my urine! I freaked out and called my Doctor-(My reg.Dr not my diet Dr.) He asked me to come in and a simple urine test showed I had a UTI-also known as a bladder infection.I have never had one and have heard that they burn like hell-I fortunatly didnt have the pain-but was extremely worried about the blood-I had to take antibiotics for a week and had to stop my Phen.I started phen again today so Im back on the wagon. You should see your doctor to rule out any other problems.Blood in your urine also happens from extreme running or a blow to your Kidneys.Hope this helps.

[PLUSHH]

YEAH I DO AND VERY PARCHED LIPS LOTTTTS OF WATER AND CHAP-STICK

[jazzygal72]

I went 8 days without a BM and refused to do anything more than take a stool softner. I'm a chicken like that. (I wasn't even in pain- just felt VERY "full") Now I take colace once a day and haven't had any issues since.