Stomach problems

[lawrence Horowitz]

Since surgfery resulting in a colostomy and a few months of chemo I have had two problems. One is excessive gas no matter what I eat and the other is a recurring yeast infection in the area surrounding the stoma. Iwwould appreciate any information that would help me alleviate these conditions.

[larry horoqitz]

my gas problems are huge and repeated accumulations in the colostomy pouches. if they are related to the chemotherapy - how and what can be done to reverse whatever damage has been done.
Undoubtedly the yeast infection is related to the moisture involved in the stomach discharges but what can be done to cure it? I appreciate your attention but I an surprised by the poor quality of your response. I am very appreciative of the responses by other sufferers some of which have been very helpful. I don't expect a prescription but perhaps you could just point me in a helpful direction

[glory2lord]

I have been having stomach pain on my right side going to my lower back.  I went to the doctor and the doctor couldn't figure out what was wrong.  The pain that I have is an all day pain.  I doesn't go away and come back, it stays there all day.  I am concerned because I have never felt like this before.  Any comments or help is appreciated.  

[Susan]

I have been getting nauseous to the point of almost throwing up every morning for about the last 4-5 months.  I know I am not pregnant.  I am just wondering what is causing this?  I have been having pains in my left side under my rib.....I don't know if that has anything to do with the problem I am having with my stomach or not.  But it feels better after I eat.  Could I have a problem with my blood sugar or something?  I have had a "nervous stomach" since I was a child....but never anything like this.  My bowel movements have been becoming increasingly loose.  Sometimes to the point of almost not being able to hold it.   I would really like to know what is going on.  Last time I went to the doctor for pain.....they took my gallbladder out.  If there is anyone out there that has had the same problem....and may know what is going on with me....I would like to hear from you.  

                                 Sue  (***@****)

[m. laster]

i am having problems with constant nausea, and experience diarreah about one hour after a meal.  though not at the present, i have been having a lot of problem with acid reflux.  mostly at night, but sometimes during the day.  have some stomach pain like a severe tightening, usually followed by the diarreah.  i was diagnosed about 10 years ago with nervous stomach, but the symptons i am having are different now.  i was not having any reflux problems then.  i take large doses of ibuprofen for sinus headaches and am concerned that it may be causing me some problems.  can ibuprofen cause ulcers, or are these symptoms consistant with ulcers?

[ejay]

I suffer from severe "intractable belching". . . and GI doc says it's because I'm swallowing air.  Read same thing in earlier message from Henry Ford physician above.  I'm bewildered, however.  I am 59 years old and until 7 months ago had absolutely no gastrointestinal problems. . . and now I'm swallowing air ???
I can't believe there's not a better explanation.  The intractable belching occurs virtually every day. . . upwards of 150-200 involuntary belches a day, and often they cause rather severe discomfort in my esophogus.  

Anyone with any insights about "intractable belching" ?

[HFHSm.D.-Gastro-rf]

Dear lawrence Horowitz,
Is the excessive gas per mouth or from th ecolostomy?  Most people who complain of gas are air swallowers.  They have always had th eproblem but for reason unknown, they are not always aware of the symptoms.  In your case, one must wonder about a role for the chemotherapy.

With regard to yeast infection, have you been receiving atibiotics?  Sometimes, recurrent use of antibiotics can cause yeast infections.  Another explanation is moisture around the colostomy creatinf an environment suitable for yeast.

[John - [email protected]]

Re the Gas, are you on a low-fat diet?  My wife and I have noticed that if we cook with low fat dairy products other than milk both we get lots of gas (at both ends but particularly at the lower end).  Low fat cream-substitute seems to be a particular offender, and low fat cheeses, particularly when cooked, cause the problem.  We are trying to establish if there is anything added to these low fat dairy products, e.g. a thickener to make up for the lack of fat, that could have these effects.  Does anyone reading this forum have any ideas?  If you try it and it helps please let me know.

No idea about the yeast.  I have not had a colostomy, the low fat diet is caused by a pancreas problem.

[valarie]

When I had my colostomy they didnt tell me that certain foods cause gas worse than others.   I stoped eating poultry and some choice veggies like cabbage, brocolli, etc.  and gas was alot less.

[Larry H]

to steev - thank you for the suggestion. trued it and it doesn't work at all for me.

[Steev]

i would suggest taking charcoal pills to reduce the gas problem...