obstruction of small intestine - can't tolerate fibre
From: International Adhesions Society (tracy.joslin@adhesions.org)
Mon Aug 29 20:14:19 2005
From: adhesions@adhesions.org [mailto:adhesions@adhesions.org]
On Behalf Of Eva Thomas
Sent: Saturday, August 27, 2005 8:15 PM
Subject: Re: obstruction of small intestine - can't tolerate fibre
Nancie
What you experienced was more likely a partial small bowel
obstruction which had resolved by giving your bowels a rest
with the NG-tube.
I've had those for many years due to adhesions and
radiation damage. Just had my last surgery 6 weeks ago
for a complete blockage.
About the fiber:
Concentrate on "soluble fibers" as your main fibers, little
"insoluble fibers". You can find info on that on the internet
and books. Also look for "low fiber diet" and "low residue
diet" and "liquid diet" for the really bad times.
Insoluble fibers can back up above the narrow part of your
bowel and cause you symptoms.
Another way is to get daily intake of regular Metamucil/
Phsyllium for mucilage/bulk.
Stay away from "gum fibers" (Benefiber aso). They can actually
"gunk" up and block you at the narrow passage.
I think you are doing the right thing by going to the hospital
for x-rays and the NG-tube (although it is a horrendus
experience - I think). Make a careful decission about having
elective surgery (add. adhesions and other dangers). Many
people live good lives with partial small bowel obstructions
with the right diet. Surgery should be a last resort and
pushed back as far as possible. You can also write me personaly
at evamst@yahoo.com. Good luck!!!!
Eva
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