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Posted 1/24/2016 5:01 PM (GMT 0)
I had my colonoscopy on Friday, and my GI put me on cortifoam in the morning (salofalk supps at night). I've still been having BMs quite frequently since the procedure and every time i use the foam, I need to go an hour (or less) later. I know I can only do what I can do, but how long does the foam need to be retained to be effective?

He recommended psyllium husk - will bulking the stool help me go less frequently?

TIA!
Posted 1/24/2016 5:08 PM (GMT 0)
As you heal you will be able to retain the medicine better. I found if I used it after showering I was able to hold it longer.
Also try using it after a BM so you will have a better chance.
If you have inflammation it might trigger urgency and than you will have to go
Posted 1/24/2016 5:10 PM (GMT 0)
I DID do it right after a BM lol. I'm going a lot right now, at least they're mostly formed - silver linings, right? Glad to hear it will get better!
Posted 1/24/2016 5:43 PM (GMT 0)
The thing with rectal meds is that when we are going so many times a day they will not work as well. As we heal they will eork better
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