Dear all,
I have a partial gastrectomy and an ileostomy for almost a year now. I live in the UK. Recently, I have started to throw up a lot. I don't know what is best to eat or drink. I wonder if anyone has a similar experience and, if so, could offer some advice? Thank you very much in advance for your help.
I have an ileostomy. I tend to throw up a lot, and I can't give you any tips. I usually end up having an NG tube fitted in my stomach through my nose xxx
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Thanks Zoe, that's what I'm worried might happen to me too. Although I am not losing weight at present as I am eating high-calorie food even though I don't feel like it. I hope you are doing okay at present.
I can't seem to put weight on and I'm not getting the nutrients I need. I'm on Complan and Fortisip shakes. It's all very new to me. The NG tubes are not nice but they help. x
Hi, just a suggestion... you may want to try smaller, more frequent meals. It is actually easier on the GI tract. Take care and hope things get better. LH
