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Coping with Physical & Emotional Changes
 
    Chemotherapy Effects
    Radiation Therapy Effects
    Pain
    Managing Care at Home
    Nutrition for Cancer Patients
    Long-term Physical Changes
    Anxiety, Fear, and Depression
    Coping with Cancer in Everyday Life
    Coping with Grief and Loss
    Listen With Your Heart
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When Treatment Causes Eating Problems
 Changes in Taste and Smell
Cancer and its treatments can cause changes in your senses of taste and smell.
 Constipation
Pain medications, changes in your eating habits, and decreased physical activity can cause constipation and infrequent bowel movements.
 Sore or Irritated Mouth or Throat
Some people with cancer may have a sensitive mouth, mouth sores, or a sore throat...
 Dry Mouth or Thick Saliva
Some cancer treatments and medications can cause dry mouth or thick saliva. If you experience either of these side effects, drink plenty of fluids throughout the day and eat moist foods as much as possible...
 Unwanted Weight Gain
Some people find they do not lose weight during treatment. They may even gain weight.
Additional Resources
Food Handling Tips
 Poor Appetite
Changes in your eating habits and a loss of appetite may occur as a result of cancer and its treatment...
 Diarrhea
Cancer treatments and medications can cause diarrhea. If you have diarrhea, try avoiding high-fiber foods, which may aggravate the problem...
 Nausea and Vomiting
If you have problems with nausea and vomiting, be sure to take in plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Sip water, juices, and other clear, calorie-containing liquids throughout the day...
 Trouble Swallowing
If you are having trouble swallowing, try eating soft, liquid foods. You may be able to swallow thick fluids more easily than thin liquids...
 Fatigue
Fatigue can be a problem for some people during cancer treatment. There are many nutrition steps you can take to help you cope with fatigue.
 
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