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Which doctor is responsible for follow up after Ileostomy surgery?
Ostomy | Last Active: Jan 5 11:17pm | Replies (49)Comment receiving replies
@yvonnek, I hope you saw the helpful replies from @ravna @yvetteh @lauramae3 about seeking a consult with a dietitian specializing in ostomy care.
Have you worked with a dietitian? Have any underlying complications of surgery been ruled out?
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Unfortunately, a dietitian cannot help with his lack of appetite. I can prepare a nutritious meal but he can only eat a small portion of it when he says he is full. Going calorie negative one more time. I'm hoping that when his cancer injection is started next week that maybe he will be able to eat more. He is also drinking Boost and having ice cream sundaes to increase his calories. I'll be happy when his weight stops dropping.
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Bill has a referral to a gastroenterologist to address the many issues relating to the surgery but has delayed in until his cancer treatment is underway. The cancer is the main issue at this point.