Hi, just thought I would drop in and let you know I had the same trouble after the ostomy. It took me many months to gain all of my weight back, but I kept drinking Carnation Instant Breakfast twice a day even when I didn't want it. You will be okay as time passes. Good luck, Joyce.
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Nov 21, 2013 8:37 am
Anoniem18
Nov 21, 2013 11:42 pm
Just thought I let you know: I was declared cancer-free in December 2012. And the 6 months follow-up was positive, i.e. no change. Read somewhere that autopsy studies showed that 50% of the men who died had prostate cancer (not the cause of death). So told my oncologist that since I was cancer-free he must be the lucky one. Also told him that while I may be one, he couldn't call me an a..h.le anymore since that would be anatomically incorrect. Got a good laugh out of him. Ed
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Hi,
Not blowing my own trumpet or anything, but I was at the healthiest I had ever been prior to getting UC symptoms. I was eating very healthy and exercising 6/7 days. I'd love to know if any lifestyle factors affect UC, but I suppose I'll have to wait until they figure out what causes it.
I've been trying to occupy myself by being in contact with friends often, but some days I am really not in the mood and find it hard to drag my mind away from what ends up being a mountain of thoughts. I suppose it's all part of the learning process and I'm sure it'll happen less with time. This website has been great so far. It's great to be able to write this sort of stuff down and chat with people that understand what's going on. For that, I thank everyone on this website.
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Hamish.
freedancer
Aug 17, 2018 6:07 am
You know, 8 weeks is still early. I lost over 35 pounds with my New Maxine. I have stabilized out now that I can eat a more normal diet. I think you need to give yourself more time to heal and stabilize your body. I used to really enjoy a peanut butter flavored protein shake but I would add to it with two tablespoons of regular creamy peanut butter, almond milk and a banana. It helped me to start to gain a little bit but I like my smaller size so I watch what I eat. Good luck to you! ;Pamela
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