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Suggest Treatment To Get Rid Of Bloating When Suffering From Cancer

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Posted on Sat, 19 Apr 2014
Question: Good morning .. I was diagnosed with breast cancer that metastasized to the lining of, my left lung. It has spread to the stomach tissue and lymph nodes and my stomach is extremely bloated. I cant walk because it causes me difficulty breathing and pain as well. I am having back pain and i think its related to the extreme bloating. Is there something that i can do to get rid of some of this bloating? Thank you..
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (2 hours later)
Brief Answer: Diet changes,simethicone,digestive enzymes... Detailed Answer: Hi, I have gone through your medical history and feel sorry for the situation you are in. Obviously, there is a need to re-evaluate the status of your metastasis by your oncologist for specific treatment. With regards to bloating, it might be relieved through: - changes in your diet: eat often and slowly, avoid gas-forming foods (broccoli, beans, cauliflower, etc.); avoid carbonated drinks, etc. You can discuss with a dietitian in order to prepare a specific daily menu for you. - taking simethicone and digestive enzymes With regards to the pain, I would suggest to start taking opioid analgesics. If the pain will get extremely severe and unbearable, I'd suggest to discuss with your oncologist about suppression of celiac plexus (by using alcohol) to reduce the pain. Hope it helped! Let me know if you have further queries! God bless you! Dr.Albana
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Suggest Treatment To Get Rid Of Bloating When Suffering From Cancer

Brief Answer: Diet changes,simethicone,digestive enzymes... Detailed Answer: Hi, I have gone through your medical history and feel sorry for the situation you are in. Obviously, there is a need to re-evaluate the status of your metastasis by your oncologist for specific treatment. With regards to bloating, it might be relieved through: - changes in your diet: eat often and slowly, avoid gas-forming foods (broccoli, beans, cauliflower, etc.); avoid carbonated drinks, etc. You can discuss with a dietitian in order to prepare a specific daily menu for you. - taking simethicone and digestive enzymes With regards to the pain, I would suggest to start taking opioid analgesics. If the pain will get extremely severe and unbearable, I'd suggest to discuss with your oncologist about suppression of celiac plexus (by using alcohol) to reduce the pain. Hope it helped! Let me know if you have further queries! God bless you! Dr.Albana