Diet during treatment
- Will this cancer treatment affect what I can eat?
- Should I be on a special diet?
- Should I avoid any particular food during treatment?
- What other changes to my diet can I expect?
- Is it safe to take vitamin supplements?
- I’d like to try a special diet I’ve heard might help. Is it likely to cause any harm?
- How can I stay strong during treatment?
- Should I see a dentist?
Symptoms and side effects
- Why am I losing/gaining weight?
- Why am I feeling sick?
- Why am I so tired?
- How can I reduce nausea? Will medicine help? When should I be taking anti-nausea medicine?
- What can I do about mouth ulcers? How long will they take to heal?
- Why has my sense of taste or smell changed? Will it return to normal?
- Will these symptoms go away and, if so, when?
- Are my bowel habits of concern?
- Can you refer me to a dietitian or speech pathologist for help with swallowing difficulties?
After treatment
- Do I need to change my diet after treatment ends?
- Is there a diet that can help me stay cancer-free?
- How can I get my strength and fitness back?
- Can you refer me to a dietitian to help with ongoing side effects?
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