Any thoughts on Probiotics

[Schwah]

I’m doing quite well on my Zytega and lupron for the last nine months but every few days I have some real stomach issues. I’ll spare you the gory details. But it’s painful and uncomfortable. Any thoughts on using probiotics? Here’s an interesting article.

blog.dana-farber.org/insigh...

Schwah

[braddockroad]

I am on Zytiga and Prednisone and Lupron. I have been taking quality probiotics, acidophilus, and enzymes for years. My wife and I started by working with a nutritionist. The literature out there has nothing but praises for these assisting with gut and digestive health. After my Dx, I also changed my diet to include more vegetables than before, more fruit and nuts, only a little raw milk cheese, otherwise no dairy including butter. A lot of chicken and fish. Whole grains and brown rice. I eat potatoes and gluten-free bread. Virtually no highly processed foods and very, very little processed sugar. I don't know what this is doing for my PC. It obviously did not prevent it. But I feel better on this diet, digestion-wise and am quite regular. Exercise and hydration helps, also. You may have more going on causing your problem and need additional professional help, but I wanted to emphasize what is possible to do for yourself.

[TommyTV]

My Oncologist also prescribed Lanzaprozole to prevent stomach issues. Still very occasionally have issues, but not very often.

[Mormon1]

I have used 2-3 Paypaya Enzymes before or after meals successfully. And a big glass of water. Availablr from GNC Good luck with your treatment.

[Rmanns]

Metamucil or similar products are helpful with both constipation and diarrhea. It's a good habit to get into because gastric problems and long term medications just go hand in hand.

[Schwah in reply to Rmanns]

Thanks all for your replies. This is a cool site.

Schwah