HI
Wondering has anyone any advice on severe diarrhea, this is not dumping syndrome but 2 days of constant diarrhea n I mean nearly non stop? Surgery was nearly a year ago 7 chemo ended in Sept, dumping syndrome is an issue but last few months has really calmed down. This has come out of the blue n my fella is doubled in 2 unable to walk and only out of bed for toilet, im getting worried now we cant get it stopped he has taken tablets for it and toast with banana. I think I will have to ring the Dr as it says online it can be serious for someone with a low immune system.
Just thought I would see if anyone has any advice on this
Please & thanks x
Hello Samantha,
I am sorry to see that your partner is suffering from severe diarrhoea. It must be making him feel very miserable and cause you both concern. Diarrhoea can be a side effect of treatment or can have other causes such as infection. (I know this from my own experience)
I do think that it would be wise to call his doctor and get some advice.
I had severe diarrhoea and stomach problems after my chemo and radiotherapy and in the end the doctor was able to prescribe a series of medications that managed to get it under control. They were also able to advise on how to take them eg; 30 mins before eating. As you say it can be serious for someone who has a low immune system and I found I could become dehydrated very quickly.
While you wait to hear from the doctor I have put a link here with some advice on managing eating problems and there is a section with advice on diarrhoea about half way down the page.
Tips for managing eating problems | Macmillan Cancer Support
I hope that this helps and that his tummy settles soon. Please let us know if you need anything else
Jane
I am glad he has seen the doctor and hopefully he will get prescribed the correct antibiotic. It is miserable though- there were days when white toast was all I could cope with. Main thing I was told was to keep fluids up and call for help if I couldn't. I hope it eases for him soon
Jane
