bowel obstruction

[Narna1]

It looks like there’s no more options for me as I’ve been in hospital for a week with a bowel obstruction. HGSOC 3C. Had 2 lines chemo close together. Just had Carbo/gemcitabine but it made me so ill. Now I’m just waiting to see what happens. No food or drink.

Any hints you brave ladies?

[delia2]

Hi. The bowel obstruction sounds awful. But don’t give up hope. Lots of people on here get past them and have to stay on a low fiber diet. I’m guessing it’s the cancer causing the obstruction, so they need to treat the cancer. Maybe you can have a reduced dose of the carbo gem regime? I realize you can’t get a second opinion at the moment but maybe could make some calls or emails. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for you. Xx

[Kjpip]

As Delia2 says, don't give up! There are usually other options, it's just a matter of finding one. Advocate for yourself and definitely get a second opinion if you need to (when you can). Good luck, I hope you can get out of the hospital soon. Sending you a big virtual hug 🤗

[Pooshon]

I’ve been in hospital 3 times with bowel obstructions and have come out the other side. I’ve been taking high dose Liposomal vitamin C and my bowels are much better. You can look for a trial and there’s always another option so just keep going and don’t give up. 🙏

[organicinna in reply to Pooshon]

Hello. Is vitaminC good for bowel obstruction?

[Pooshon in reply to organicinna]

it has to be high dose liposomal vitamin C and it’s to help with the constipation which leads to bowel obstruction!

[Inguc_is in reply to Pooshon]

how many mg do u use and how often?

[Narna1 in reply to Inguc_is]

5mg (one teaspoon) per day dissolved in a little water.

[Ruebacelle]

Is surgery not an option?

[Narna1 in reply to Ruebacelle]

no because they say multiple places are affected