Non-cancerous tumors brought about the
necessity for a total gastrectomy. As I struggled to recover from the surgical
removal of my stomach, I needed information on nutrition. I wanted to talk with someone
who knew the depression and frustrations I was experiencing. Few health care professionals or personal friends were knowledgeable
regarding the extent of the physical and emotional trauma experienced by a patient
recovering from total gastrectomy.
Dealing with dumping syndrome is a trial both physically
and emotionally.
I now want to offer to others going through the same
experience, the sort of help and support I looked for during my recovery. Perhaps sharing
my experiences will be of help to you. In the personal history, I tell about the success
and failures I had coping with the physical symptoms. The nutritional link includes
dietary guidelines and suggestions for foods that I found helpful. My physician read and
approved the nutritional information and the written history of my experiences.
I am not a health care professional....just a person who
has been there.
