Your long-term diet after a colon resection (surgery) however, should not be affected.
Typically, a few days after surgery, you’ll be able to start drinking clear liquids.
As your colon heals, some foods are easier to digest than others.
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After that, you’ll switch to aclear liquid diet.
Your healthcare provider will determine a more specific timeline depending on how your recovery is going.
One of the things the colon does is absorb liquid.
If it’s not doing that properly, diarrhea and dehydration can occur.
It’s a common complication of colon surgery.
It is best to avoid these foods for now.
Over time, your body will adjust, and you should be able to eat what you want.
No two people respond the same way after a colon resection.
Take your time to find out which foods work for you and which don’t.
If you’re unsure about a certain food, start by eating smaller quantities.
Add a little bigger portion with each meal.
Snacking also keeps your digestion moving and helps minimize constipation or diarrhea.
Remain patient and listen to your body as you slowly add more foods to your diet.
If you feel sick to your stomach or full, stop eating or slow down.
This will help your body digest food and remove waste.
Your fluids don’t all have to be water.
Apple juice andcranberry juiceare good fluids too.
No matter what your condition, it’s important to eat a healthy, balanced diet.
Summary
After a colon resection, it’s important to follow the diet your healthcare provider recommends.
Immediately after your surgery, you will receive only IV fluids to give your colon time to heal.
Later on, you will switch to a clear liquid diet.
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