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What should i avoid eating when recovering from back surgery?

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Postop diet: No particular avoid items except anti-inflammatory meds if you've had a fusion. Eat foods that help to keep you regular: high fiber, bulk, and supplement as necessary. Understand narcotic medications and lessened activity levels cause constipation. Take iron if your blood count is low after a more major surgery. Calcium is also helpful in cases of fusion. Eat small, 6 meals per day to maintain wt.

Answered 1/27/2015

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