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Can Stomach Polyps, Appetite Loss, Anxiety And Depression Be Treated?

hi my name is Melissa. I had colon cancer at the age of 27 and gardner s syndrome. but lately I have not been able to eat much. with anxiety and depression I lost all my appetite. and many foods don t agree with my stomach I still am producing polyps in my stomach, so I need help. I have FAP
Thu, 11 Jan 2018
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Treatment depends on the type of stomach polyps you have:

Small polyps that aren't adenomas. These polyps might not require treatment. They typically don't cause signs and symptoms and only rarely become cancerous. Your doctor might recommend periodic monitoring so that growing polyps or polyps that cause signs and symptoms can be removed.
Large polyps. These polyps might need to be removed. Most stomach polyps can be removed during endoscopy.
Adenomas. These polyps can become cancerous and are usually removed during endoscopy.
Polyps associated with familial adenomatous polyposis. These polyps are removed because they can become cancerous.
APPETITE LOSS CAN be treated by
A healthy appetite can serve as a positive sign of wellness. Numerous factors can contribute to loss of appetite, such as emotional disturbances, mild illness or serious health problems. Appetite can also be reduced as a side effect of certain medications or medical treatments. If you experience lack of appetite that persists longer than several days, seek prompt guidance from your doctor.
Loss of appetite can occur as a symptom of a condition, such as depression, appendicitis, thyroid problems, infections and certain forms of cancer. Appendicitis may require surgery, while depression may require psychotherapy and/or antidepressant medication. Once infections are treated with antibiotics, appetite and health generally resume normally. Cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy may cause further reduction in appetite. When loss of appetite leads to poor nutrition, particularly for people fighting serious diseases, nutrient supplementation or nutrients supplied intravenously may be required.

If stress, grief, heartbreak or other emotional problems cause loss of appetite, managing the root cause is significant. General stresses may be remedied through relaxation techniques such as massage, medication or exercise. When emotional factors are severe or persistent, individual counseling or a doctor's guidance is recommended.
If a person's body has grown accustomed to undereating due to loss of appetite or other factors, it must regain the physical and emotional desire to eat. By reminding the body to eat close to the same time every day, hunger may reoccur naturally. The Mayo Clinic suggests setting a routine eating schedule and sticking to it, whether you are hungry at that time or not. Even small amount of foods consumed at appropriate times may prove beneficial if skipping meals has become habitual.

Fluid Limits
Fluid intake can fill you up and reduce your appetite for solid food. To prevent this from occurring, fluids can be limited during and between meals. Hydration is important, however, so fluids should not be omitted entirely. Sipping fluids rather than gulping them and enjoying beverages after a meal may help. If a person has difficulty tolerating solid food, fluids should be limited to nutritious, calorie-dense fluids, such as vitamin-fortified protein shakes, oatmeal made with whole milk or cream, and cream-based soups.

Pleasant Eating Environment
A pleasant eating environment can enhance relaxation and improve your appetite and eating habits. Your dining details might include lit candles, soft music and decor in a person's favorite color scheme as well as no television or radio. A pleasurable dining experience can also include comforting or enticing aromas, such as cinnamon-spiced apples or other scents that a person enjoys.
ANXIETY CAN BE TREATED BY
Passionflower
In spite of the name, this herb won't help you in love. It's a sedative; the German government has approved it for nervous restlessness. Some studies find that it can reduce symptoms of anxiety as effectively as prescription drugs. It's often used for insomnia.

Like other sedatives, it can cause sleepiness and drowsiness, so don't take it—or valerian, hops, kava, lemon balm, or other sedative herbs—when you are also taking a prescription sedative.

Be careful about using more than one sedative herb at a time, and don't take passionflower for longer than one month at a time.
depression van be treated by
Exercise. It temporarily boosts feel-good chemicals called endorphins. It may also have long-term benefits for people with depression.

How much exercise do you need? You don’t need to run marathons to get a Eat healthy. There is no magic diet that fixes depression. It's a good idea to watch what you eat, though. If depression tends to make you overeat, getting in control of your eating will help you feel better.


Although nothing is definitive, Cook says there's evidence that foods with omega-3 fatty acids (such as salmon and tuna) and folic acid (such as spinach and avocado) could help ease depression.
Get enough sleep. Depression can make it hard to get enough shut-eye, and too little sleep can make depression worse.

What can you do? Start by making some changes to your lifestyle. Go to bed and get up at the same timdistractions out of your bedroom -- no computer and no TV. In time, you may find your sleep improves.e every day. Try not to nap.
Regards
DR DE
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Can Stomach Polyps, Appetite Loss, Anxiety And Depression Be Treated?

Hi Treatment depends on the type of stomach polyps you have: Small polyps that aren t adenomas. These polyps might not require treatment. They typically don t cause signs and symptoms and only rarely become cancerous. Your doctor might recommend periodic monitoring so that growing polyps or polyps that cause signs and symptoms can be removed. Large polyps. These polyps might need to be removed. Most stomach polyps can be removed during endoscopy. Adenomas. These polyps can become cancerous and are usually removed during endoscopy. Polyps associated with familial adenomatous polyposis. These polyps are removed because they can become cancerous. APPETITE LOSS CAN be treated by A healthy appetite can serve as a positive sign of wellness. Numerous factors can contribute to loss of appetite, such as emotional disturbances, mild illness or serious health problems. Appetite can also be reduced as a side effect of certain medications or medical treatments. If you experience lack of appetite that persists longer than several days, seek prompt guidance from your doctor. Loss of appetite can occur as a symptom of a condition, such as depression, appendicitis, thyroid problems, infections and certain forms of cancer. Appendicitis may require surgery, while depression may require psychotherapy and/or antidepressant medication. Once infections are treated with antibiotics, appetite and health generally resume normally. Cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy may cause further reduction in appetite. When loss of appetite leads to poor nutrition, particularly for people fighting serious diseases, nutrient supplementation or nutrients supplied intravenously may be required. If stress, grief, heartbreak or other emotional problems cause loss of appetite, managing the root cause is significant. General stresses may be remedied through relaxation techniques such as massage, medication or exercise. When emotional factors are severe or persistent, individual counseling or a doctor s guidance is recommended. If a person s body has grown accustomed to undereating due to loss of appetite or other factors, it must regain the physical and emotional desire to eat. By reminding the body to eat close to the same time every day, hunger may reoccur naturally. The Mayo Clinic suggests setting a routine eating schedule and sticking to it, whether you are hungry at that time or not. Even small amount of foods consumed at appropriate times may prove beneficial if skipping meals has become habitual. Fluid Limits Fluid intake can fill you up and reduce your appetite for solid food. To prevent this from occurring, fluids can be limited during and between meals. Hydration is important, however, so fluids should not be omitted entirely. Sipping fluids rather than gulping them and enjoying beverages after a meal may help. If a person has difficulty tolerating solid food, fluids should be limited to nutritious, calorie-dense fluids, such as vitamin-fortified protein shakes, oatmeal made with whole milk or cream, and cream-based soups. Pleasant Eating Environment A pleasant eating environment can enhance relaxation and improve your appetite and eating habits. Your dining details might include lit candles, soft music and decor in a person s favorite color scheme as well as no television or radio. A pleasurable dining experience can also include comforting or enticing aromas, such as cinnamon-spiced apples or other scents that a person enjoys. ANXIETY CAN BE TREATED BY Passionflower In spite of the name, this herb won t help you in love. It s a sedative; the German government has approved it for nervous restlessness. Some studies find that it can reduce symptoms of anxiety as effectively as prescription drugs. It s often used for insomnia. Like other sedatives, it can cause sleepiness and drowsiness, so don t take it—or valerian, hops, kava, lemon balm, or other sedative herbs—when you are also taking a prescription sedative. Be careful about using more than one sedative herb at a time, and don t take passionflower for longer than one month at a time. depression van be treated by Exercise. It temporarily boosts feel-good chemicals called endorphins. It may also have long-term benefits for people with depression. How much exercise do you need? You don’t need to run marathons to get a Eat healthy. There is no magic diet that fixes depression. It s a good idea to watch what you eat, though. If depression tends to make you overeat, getting in control of your eating will help you feel better. Although nothing is definitive, Cook says there s evidence that foods with omega-3 fatty acids (such as salmon and tuna) and folic acid (such as spinach and avocado) could help ease depression. Get enough sleep. Depression can make it hard to get enough shut-eye, and too little sleep can make depression worse. What can you do? Start by making some changes to your lifestyle. Go to bed and get up at the same timdistractions out of your bedroom -- no computer and no TV. In time, you may find your sleep improves.e every day. Try not to nap. Regards DR DE