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Hi, My husband is in advanced bladder cancer among other health problems and under hospice care.
He has been bleeding since Friday over a week ago. stopped once or twice for a few hours but srill going on. Tonight he has chills and low grade fever which I just gave him tynol for.
Question, his appetite is not what it was before, nothing I suggest is appealing to him. Any suggestions on types of food?
Thank You
He has been bleeding since Friday over a week ago. stopped once or twice for a few hours but srill going on. Tonight he has chills and low grade fever which I just gave him tynol for.
Question, his appetite is not what it was before, nothing I suggest is appealing to him. Any suggestions on types of food?
Thank You
Dear DJSD
I'm sorry to hear about your husbands condition. I've had to endure my fathers trial with cancer and it is quite scary. As for apetite a marijauna brownie might be suitable if you are in a state that allows that. My father was to stubborn to try it and thus endured a very tough time through chemo.
God bless!
I'm sorry to hear about your husbands condition. I've had to endure my fathers trial with cancer and it is quite scary. As for apetite a marijauna brownie might be suitable if you are in a state that allows that. My father was to stubborn to try it and thus endured a very tough time through chemo.
God bless!
Hi,
Eating the same types and the same amount of foods you enjoyed before your diagnosis of cancer may sometimes be difficult. Eating less is the usual response.
The way the body uses nutrients is sometimes changed in people with cancer. These changes may be caused by the body's response to the tumor, the side effects of treatment, certain medications or some combinations of these reasons.
Changes in how foods taste can be the result of chemotherapy, radiation therapy or the cancer itself. Dental problems may also cause taste changes. Some patients complain of bitter or metallic tastes, especially when eating foods high in protein such as meat. Each person's sense of taste can be affected differently. Depending on how your tastes have changes, some of the following ideas for improving flavor may work for you.
To improve flavor:
Choose and prepare foods that look and small good to you. Foods may taste better if served cold or at room temperature.
Frozen fruits such as melon balls, grapes or orange wedges may be appealing.
If red meat tastes different, choose chicken, turkey, fish, tofu, beans, eggs or dairy products that don't have a strong smell.
Marinate meats in juice, soy sauce, barbecue sauce, Italian, dressing or other flavorful liquid you find appetizing.
Use seasonings such as onion, garlic, herbs and spices if you find their flavors appealing.
Adding sugar to some foods can help decrease salty, bitter or unpleasant tastes.
Tart foods and beverages such as oranges, lemon yogurt or lemonade may be appealing. (Do not eat these foods if your mouth is sore).
Use non-metallic utensils to eat with if you have a bitter or metallic taste in your mouth.
Rinse your mouth and brush your teeth and tongue regularly. (Avoid commercial mouthwashes if you mouth is sore).
REF:http://www.womenfitness.net/programs/nutrition/nutrition.htm
Hope you find this information useful.
Eating the same types and the same amount of foods you enjoyed before your diagnosis of cancer may sometimes be difficult. Eating less is the usual response.
The way the body uses nutrients is sometimes changed in people with cancer. These changes may be caused by the body's response to the tumor, the side effects of treatment, certain medications or some combinations of these reasons.
Changes in how foods taste can be the result of chemotherapy, radiation therapy or the cancer itself. Dental problems may also cause taste changes. Some patients complain of bitter or metallic tastes, especially when eating foods high in protein such as meat. Each person's sense of taste can be affected differently. Depending on how your tastes have changes, some of the following ideas for improving flavor may work for you.
To improve flavor:
Choose and prepare foods that look and small good to you. Foods may taste better if served cold or at room temperature.
Frozen fruits such as melon balls, grapes or orange wedges may be appealing.
If red meat tastes different, choose chicken, turkey, fish, tofu, beans, eggs or dairy products that don't have a strong smell.
Marinate meats in juice, soy sauce, barbecue sauce, Italian, dressing or other flavorful liquid you find appetizing.
Use seasonings such as onion, garlic, herbs and spices if you find their flavors appealing.
Adding sugar to some foods can help decrease salty, bitter or unpleasant tastes.
Tart foods and beverages such as oranges, lemon yogurt or lemonade may be appealing. (Do not eat these foods if your mouth is sore).
Use non-metallic utensils to eat with if you have a bitter or metallic taste in your mouth.
Rinse your mouth and brush your teeth and tongue regularly. (Avoid commercial mouthwashes if you mouth is sore).
REF:http://www.womenfitness.net/programs/nutrition/nutrition.htm
Hope you find this information useful.
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