Oncologist Questions Cancer Chemotherapy

Is a loss of appetite common in chemotherapy patients?

I am undergoing chemotherapy for my breast cancer. But, ever since I started with my therapy, I am losing my appetite. Is this normal?

3 Answers

No such thing as normal

Majority of women gain weight

Too much weight harmful beyond cosmetic self image which matters

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Current thinking is that a little weight loss and modest diet measures plus activity increase are good prognostically Meeting weight and diet goals needs a coach for many healthy people seeking fitness It should be no surprise that problems during therapy often need a doctor or doctor directed coach Fixable problems are the norm during cancer therapy
Very normal.
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Yes, loss of appetite does happen. Often this is due to change of taste. However try to eat smaller meals. Perhaps change foods or texture.