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5 months agoOne of my most challenging advisaries in my 2 year battle with 4th stage colorectal adenocarcinoma is DEHYDRATION due to high output ileostomy...longest hospital stays attributed to dehydration..severe weight loss...I'm not receiving enough Lactated Ringers
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Managing hydration challenges with an ileostomy during cancer treatment can be incredibly difficult, and it sounds like this has been a significant part of your journey. Many patients in the colorectal cancer community face similar struggles with fluid balance and finding the right support from their medical teams - you're definitely not alone in dealing with these complications, and your experience could be valuable for others navigating similar challenges.
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5 months agoI understand I am in my second year.Also it has come back and I am looking for some alternative methods.I'm concerning herbs. I hear soursop and moringo are good teas to make also black seed oil .
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5 months agoI was diagnosed with colorectal cancer May 2024 I had my ileostomy in November 19, 2024- was cancer free until Jun , still in my colon, doc said it’s small in the lining.. the cancer, I want this mess out of me - all I do is cry.
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2 months agoManaging hydration challenges with an ileostomy during cancer treatment can be incredibly difficult, and it sounds like this has been a significant part of your journey. Many patients in the colorectal cancer community face similar struggles with fluid balance and finding the right support from their medical teams - you're definitely not alone in dealing with these complications, and your experience could be valuable for others navigating similar challenges.
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