The CFO comments
May 1, 2008 by jflohr
Today I thought I was going to talk about fiber and the different kinds but I see my CFO wants to get into this blogging thing. His response to yesterday’s post is pretty good so lend an ear. I will get back to you on fiber next week. I am off to Chicago to another medical meeting so have a good weekend.
The fiber guy
My CFO writes:
Thank you for the mention in your blog and for tying my woes in with a DUCK!! It is embarrassing to call in to the Fiber Guy and say, “I’m not coming into work today; I have diverticulitis.” I think the exact words from his lips were, “You have what!!??” I guess as a 30-something (yes, I do remember that show from the late 80’s) I felt I was immune to the more serious conditions. When I take my Konsyl each morning, my gastro issues seem to stay in check. Lately I have been focusing on other things than my health and it caught up with me.Well, I’m on a nearly regular diet (sorry chicken broth and jello) and two days back on my Konsyl. My flavor is Original Konsyl with orange juice. I am feeling better and ready to tackle this thing on a daily basis. I will have my colonoscopy after the antibiotics are done and will keep you posted on my progress (sorry, no Katie Couric Live Colonoscopy event!).I welcome any other 20, 30 or 40-somethings to share their story and how you have battled or tamed the big D. It’s definitely not an age-specific condition.
CFO
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