Question:
Are we at a higher risk for colon and intestinal problems? ie. cancers and irritation
— brandy H. (posted on October 17, 2002)
October 17, 2002
Did you know that MOs are at a very high risk of colon cancer? My PCP says
its likely from a high fat diet. This cancer runs in my MO family. He
believes the lower fat post op diet will reduce this risk. I sure hope he
is right. My surgeon says that the RNY does not increase the likelyhood of
any cancer.
— bob-haller
October 17, 2002
My surgeon said that we are at a "slightly" higher risk of
blockages or kinks in the intestine...but not because of the surgery.
Because we were MO to begin with and lost a lot of weight. Comes with the
territory. Also eating a mostly protein diet puts you at higher risk of
blockages. Make sure you take something to keep you flowing. I found
adding a few extra carbs to my diet get me going :>)
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