juts at the start of my journey. There have been lots of meetings but finally I seem to have a date for mastectomy / immediate Diep: there are so many things I am worried about and lots of tips I am noting down on this site, but I thought it might be useful to post one asking about diet tips. I know with painkillers and other medication constipation can be an issue, but also lack of appetite due to diep / tight abdomen. Has anyone got any tips on getting some nutritious drinks / food that might not aggravate / add to bloat / constipation. Thanks so much everyone. So much valuable info on here.
I had my mastectomy with immediate Diep on 17th Oct. I am 16 days from surgery. I have not had any constipation or feeling bloated since surgery. The stomach area feels tight and certain times during the day it feels even tighter.
Straight after surgery I did experience loss of appetite in hospital, I think maybe due to the anaesthetic and meds. I took 3 doses or oral morphine and then paracetamol only. They offered me dehydrocodeine but I believe that can cause constipation so I didn’t take it.
I only take paracetamol now when I need to.My appetite has improved now at home, eating lots of soups, salads, smoothies. Do sometimes wake at night feeling hungry too so make myself some cereal.
Hope all goes well for you. Any questions pls do message me and I will try to help.
I have a diep coming up in a few weeks too. I agree its the diet and constipation that worries me. I really do not want to risk any rupture of the tummy stiches so will be taking it very easy when I’m home. Its a mad rush now to leave the house tidy & clean & fill the freezer with meals.
I bought 3 pairs of big pyjamas in the sale yesterday with a button up front & baggy pull up trousers!