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Suggest Ideal Diet After A Colostomy Reversal Procedure
Question: I HAVE JUST Had a colostomy reversal ( a month ago). I want to know the best diet to help my healing. My appetite is miniscule and is barely improving.
Brief Answer:
Frequent small meals.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concerns. It takes some time(3 to 6 months) before you resume normal appetite, bowel function and routine. Some people experience constipation or diarrhoea, although this normally resolves with time.
Best stimulant is repeated request to eat and motivation to take food. Frequent small meals is required.
If you have a lot of trouble eating you can meet your treating doctor for prescription drugs like cypraheptadine which will increase your appetite.
I hope this answered your query.
With regards,
Frequent small meals.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concerns. It takes some time(3 to 6 months) before you resume normal appetite, bowel function and routine. Some people experience constipation or diarrhoea, although this normally resolves with time.
Best stimulant is repeated request to eat and motivation to take food. Frequent small meals is required.
If you have a lot of trouble eating you can meet your treating doctor for prescription drugs like cypraheptadine which will increase your appetite.
I hope this answered your query.
With regards,
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