chronic diarrhea resulting from radiation treatment 30 yrs ago

Posted By Jean on October 12, 1998 at 03:05:43:







My mother had cobalt radiation 30 years ago which saved her life, but over the years, she's had increasing problems with chronic diarrhea.  It's now life-threatening, as she has lost 30 pounds in the last six months and is down to 82 pounds.  She's also vomiting several times a week.  Her digestive system seems to be completely worn down and she is quite weak.  Tests ruled out any other disease.   Her doctors haven't offered much in the way of treatment.  Is there anything that can be done?