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You had a procedure called a nephrectomy to remove a kidney because one of your kidneys was not working correctly or because there was a tumor. You can live a normal, healthy life with one kidney.

A total abdominal colectomy is surgery to remove your colon. Learn how to care for yourself at home after this surgery.

This sheet includes ways to protect yourself from infection after your transplant. You will continue these precautions until your health care provider tells you to stop. You may need to follow these guidelines for the rest of your life.

You don't have to eat a special diet just because you've had an ileostomy. Most foods, chewed well and eaten slowly, won't give you problems, unless they did before. But you may need to be more aware of foods that make your stool more watery than normal and foods that cause gas or odor. You also need plenty of fluids and vitamins.

Your calorie needs are about 1,000 calories a day. These are the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

Your calorie needs are about 1,200 calories a day. These are the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

Your calorie needs are about 1,400 calories a day. These are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

Your calorie needs are about 1,600 calories a day. Here are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

Your calorie needs are about 1,800 calories a day. These are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.