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.
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.