What dietary precautions should be taken after colonoscopy for colorectal polyps?
Disease description:
I am 26 years old and have just undergone a colonoscopy for colorectal polyp removal. I would like to know what dietary precautions I should take after the procedure.
Diet after colonoscopy for colonic polyps should primarily consist of light, easily digestible foods. Suitable options include liquid or semi-liquid foods such as millet porridge and pumpkin porridge. Patients may also consume moderate amounts of milk and protein-rich foods like fish and lean meat. Fresh fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins—such as bananas, apples, and kiwifruit—are encouraged. After the procedure, patients should avoid spicy, irritating, and hard-to-digest foods.