Managing Low Magnesium After Emergency Ileostomy

Managing Low Magnesium After Emergency Ileostomy - Seeking Advice

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MargaretMary

Dec 21, 2023 9:57 pm

I was wondering if anyone else has trouble with low magnesium. I had an emergency ileostomy 7 weeks ago. I take Imodium daily to combat too much output, which is mostly liquid. I am getting weekly IV fluids to help with dehydration. For the 3rd week in a row, my magnesium was low. I am not very adventurous with my food choices yet since the surgery is so recent. Has anyone else experienced this? Any easy digestible food recommendations?

I should add that in August I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure (from chemo, I assume, but my doctor denies) so I am also supposed to be on a low sodium diet. No Gatorade or Pedialyte.

I've learned so much from this forum in just the couple of weeks since I've joined. I appreciate everyone sharing! And thanks in advance for any advice.

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warrior

Dec 21, 2023 10:18 pm

Hi.. Mag is a very important vital mineral. Assuming you are having complete blood and vitamin labs, is mag the only one affected?

Zinc, calcium, and the B vitamins must be checked too.

I had all that done. Good to know where those numbers are.

Being dehydrated will mess your level up badly.

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Morning glory

Dec 22, 2023 12:11 pm

Magnesium is so important in your diet. I am surprised that your doctor hasn't prescribed any. You can get OTC magnesium. I get the gummies. Google foods that contain magnesium and you will see foods you can eat.

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warrior

Dec 22, 2023 1:31 pm

Gummies are always a good choice. Just chew, chew, chew them.

Morning glory

Dec 22, 2023 5:49 pm

Absolutely, along with any food you take in.

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Lins0808

Dec 27, 2023 1:52 pm

I've had an ileostomy for 43 years (I'm 54). Recently, my naturopath suggested a magnesium balm (by Remedium). It moisturizes and delivers magnesium transdermally.

You can also get magnesium supplements at the drugstore if your diet isn't giving you enough.