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How do I eat after digestive tract surgery?
Digestive Health | Last Active: Nov 27 5:28pm | Replies (147)Comment receiving replies
@bearose
Oh, I'm so sorry that you didn't get much help at your appointment. This can be discouraging. Have you ever had a referral to a registered dietician or to a pelvic floor therapist? I have had both of these people in my support network, and I've found their input invaluable.
Have you considered asking for a referral to both of these professionals?
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@hopeful33250
Teresa,
I did ask about both. However, the nurse practitioner stated the nutritionist would be good but the pelvic floor therapist would come later in the process, as they are trying to get me regulated first.
Right now, the former nutritionist I have used [while employed] stated Medicare wouldn't pay for a nutritionist, and I've been doing research on my own and added lots of fiber, and what not to eat.
I am in PA, so I'm also scouting out another GI to see if they have had some experience with post colon surgery as well as Pelvic surgery two days apart with double general anesthesia.
Thank you for your assistance. I appreciate it.