Weight

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Morning all 

Just a question has anyone put weight on while thy are having chemo .I seem to but too tired to exercise. 

  • Good morning, I put on weight at the beginning however as my chemo progressed I couldn't taste anything and had some nausea so I ended up eating very little so actually began to lose weight.

    I was also too tired to exercise, I found just a slow walk to keep moving and get fresh air helped me.

    I wish you all the very best! Take care.

  • Thanks vonnie.

    Do try to walk daily but sometimes its just the bed u need 

  • Absolutely! I spent a LOT of time on my sofa and am still doing so. Tired with sore muscles and bones.

    You do what's right for you and listen to your body (and your mind) x

  • Yes I was shocked to put on weight, the steroids, the lack of energy and the eating little and often to stave off nausea all contributed. You do loose it gradually afterwards though, all the best x

  • Thats my plan maybe after Xmas join a gym.

    Enjoying my time in a blanket with the winter coming soon x

  • Hi

    Yes. Don’t be alarmed. My oncologist told me I would put weight on before I even started my chemo - it felt like a low blow! It’s the steroids that do it. Just be kind to yourself and worry about the weight when you’re feeling stronger

    Good luck x

  • Yes. I did a post about this at the time. Now I have finished chemo my weight has stabilised again.