HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Prognosis Is Recommended For Dark Stoma Output In A Liver Cancer Patient?

I look after an old family friend he has had liver re section but cancer remaining. His third bout of cancer. Now he is saying his stoma output is a lot more watery and dark think he said blackish. He is very difficult to get to doctors as he has had enough he says. 14 years really don t know his prognosis obviously not good!
Thu, 26 Dec 2019
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

Unfortunately, it is an advanced disease and prognosis will not be good. Consult an oncologist and get evaluated. He can opt for palliative chemo to prolong life expectancy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Prognosis Is Recommended For Dark Stoma Output In A Liver Cancer Patient?

Hello, Unfortunately, it is an advanced disease and prognosis will not be good. Consult an oncologist and get evaluated. He can opt for palliative chemo to prolong life expectancy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician