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Got acl surgery march 25 & on the depo-provera shot since jan. cramping, farting, constipation, alittle blood, and nausea. had sex during spring break. ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

3 Days postop : It takes a few days after general anesthesia for intestinal function to return to normal. Pain medication also cause constipation and slow the bowels.

Answered 3/28/2014

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