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Is Fatigue The Common Symptom After A Colon Resection?
2 questions.... 1) My husband had a colon resection 3 weeks ago. He is feeling very fatigued and at times clammy. I should add that he was diagnosed with Colon Cancer that metatisized to his liver. Are his symptoms normal? 2) He is having heartburn today. Can he have a antacid like tums?
Mon, 24 Nov 2014
Hi
Fatigue is common after colon cancer.
Yes he can take antacids for heartburn.
I would also advise proton pump inhibitor group of drugs before food.
Regards
Dr de
Fatigue is common after colon cancer.
Yes he can take antacids for heartburn.
I would also advise proton pump inhibitor group of drugs before food.
Regards
Dr de
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