Hi everyone,
My family memeber was recently diagnosed with mesothelioma. It was discovered when she was having a body scsn because she's had gall bladder problems for months. We are all honesty devastated and need advice.
For months she hasnt been able to eat alot because the gall stone has caused her pain and nausea, even more so now since she had her first chemo. We are trying to work out a diet plan snd help get more calories in her body to keep up her strength but finding it so hard she is eating small amounts and complaining of nausea.
Is there any foods or drinks you can think of that could bulk up her calorie intake and get her strength up?
Any advice would be great.
Thank you
Hello , I’m sorry to hear of your relative, I haven’t personal experience in weight loss that meant I had to alter my diet but I thought you might find some help in the following Macmillan link
I also wondered if you wanted to repost in the mesothelioma group, as someone there might have the experience your seeking.
https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/mesothelioma/discussions
Or in the friends and family group.
The Macmillan support line is also open until8pm tonight on 0808 808 0000
I hope some of this helps you
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