How do I cope with digestive issues during colon cancer chemo?

Hi Larry. Your journey sounds very similar to mine, just a year difference. I had a lot of rare side effects during my treatment and a lot of it was related to digestion. Turns out the 5fu turned my pancreas off and then I ended up with small bowel toxicity from the 5fu. My suggestion is if they can't figure out why you have non-stop diahrea and suggest you have a bowel infection tell them it's chemo induced toxicity! It almost did me in. I lost 25% of my body weight an spent 2 weeks in hospital on IV nutrition. It wasn't fun. Good luck with your journey.

Thank you, Grace. I appreciate the info. Hope you are doing well.😊

Digestive challenges during chemotherapy are unfortunately common, and connecting with others who understand this journey can provide valuable insights and support. Many community members have found gentle dietary adjustments and working closely with their care team helpful in managing these symptoms. Sharing experiences here often helps others facing similar challenges, so thank you for reaching out during this difficult time.