Suggest Appropriate Diet To Follow After A Colonoscopy
I had my colonoscopy yesterday, Dec.13.
What is good to eat besides chicken soup?
I feel off balance, stomach still swollen. 2 small polyps taken out, dr. Said no problem, small polyps.
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Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted the history of colonoscopy yesterday, 2 small polyps were taken out and you feel off balance and stomach is still swollen. Wants to know what is good besides chicken soup. Also noted the medical history and current medications.
My thoughts as per the history you have provided:
Since there is swollen abdomen and you are still feeling off balance, I am bit worried about this.
I would advise you to take clear fluids/soups, Electrolyte solutions till it is confirmed that there is no problem with colon.
Once the swelling settles and you start passing normal looking excretion as you must have experienced in previous colonoscopies then you can resume normal foods that you take on daily basis.
You may consult at the ER if the swollen abdomen and any other symptoms persists for clinical evaluation, examination, X-ray and other investigations. This is to be on safer side to confirm that everything is alright before resuming normal diet that suits you on daily basis.
I would avoid mentioning specific liquids and foods as every one has a set of liquids and foods that suit on individual basis which the persons knows for sure.
I hope there is no pain on consuming water to start with nor is the bloating or any other symptoms increased and the colonic excretion is normal.
I hope this answer helps you and clears your doubts.