Hi, everyone -
I'd just appreciate some advice and encouragement as I have another new diagnosis (colitis was just diagnosed last month). A test I asked for (because my former gynecologist always did it) revealed some abnormalities and I had an in-office biopsy. The result of the biopsy is that I need a complete hysterectomy (10-25% chance cancer is present - but, that means there's a greater chance that it isn't!). Anyway, along with the stress of the new job, colitis, IBS, etc, I now have this to deal with. I'm thanking God that I asked for the test (a pelvic ultrasound) because if I hadn't, the doctor said I'd have a 100% chance of this condition becoming cancerous if it's not already! I have to have the surgery within the next three or four weeks.
My question is, I feel malnourished because of my restricted diet. Right now, because of the new job and extremely strict attendance policy, I've just stuck with totally safe foods - chicken, baked potatoes, rice chex with rice milk, applesauce, french bread, Progresso chicken & rice soup, vanilla wafers, baby food fruits, and lately a little broiled fish. Just added soy drinks. Also take Citrucel (that's my new favorite beverage - it tastes a little like Tang!). Extremely reluctant to try vegetables and beans - but know I need to try them. Should I just start adding the more nutritious foods and take a chance on the D acting up again? I don't even take vitamins right now because they usually make me sick. Just want to be in the best shape possible for the surgery. Any thoughts would be appreciated!
Blessings,
Kaybee
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