Oh Grant,
Pages and pages on forums were dedicated to the use of various laxatives. I remember my suffering lasted for about 3 months. If memory serves, the most recommendations were eating boxes of prunes and warm prune juice. Helped me a little but I found more relief in 2 tablespoons of mineral oil, morning and night. Kind of greases the pipes. However, be prepared that this difficulty will probably last awhile. Try everything you can but be forewarned that you may not find the relief you seek for awhile yet.
As for your nerve pain - everyone is different but for most, it does get better with time. Seven days out your nerves are still screaming and your muscles still spasming. Take whatever meds you can but be warned about the side effects
- see above.
I'm laughing at remembering at how all consuming this problem was. It will resolve when it will. Wish I had better news.
Dale