Morning all,
I hope this question is OK to ask, my Dad has been diagnosed with lung cancer which is possibly on his spine. He’s taking a lot of painkillers at the moment, which I’d rather he didn’t to be honest.
He still has an appetite but I wonders if anyone could recommend any ready made protein/vitamin milkshakes that he could have as well as food?
Thank you x
Hi Essex1, The only milkshakes or drinks I can think of, are to help when people aren't eating, so are high calorie drinks to build you up. You say your dad still has his appetite at the moment, which is good, and I would let him eat what he wants, because there may be a chance that he will go off his food when he starts any treatment. xx
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