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Aug 25, 2011

Unexplained Weight Loss After Colostomy Surgery - Any Similar Experiences?

This topic is about someone who has undergone colostomy surgery due to cancer and is experiencing ongoing weight loss several months after the procedure. Despite eating normal to large amounts of food, including occasional binges, the weight continues to drop. They are curious if this weight loss is related to the colostomy or the previous cancer and are seeking insights from others with similar experiences.

Here are some helpful pieces of advice and insights:

1. It's common to experience weight loss after colostomy or ileostomy surgery, as well as after cancer treatment. For many, this weight loss stabilizes and reverses over time, so patience is important.

2. Changes in the body, such as altered metabolism, shifts in appetite, and even sleep disturbances, can persist for a while but usually improve. Keeping a positive outlook can be beneficial.

3. Two months is generally considered a short recovery period. Some people have reported initial weight losses of up to 30 pounds, which gradually corrected over the first year or more.

4. Focus on enjoying a varied diet rather than rushing to force weight gain.

5. Calorie-dense liquid supplements, like Complan, can be helpful to maintain calorie intake on days when eating solid food is challenging.

6. If the weight loss continues or causes concern, it might be a good idea to schedule a medical review for reassurance and to rule out other potential causes.
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