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My wife has colon cancer and has no appetite to speak of. she's lossing a lot of weight. what do you know about ghrelin? is this something she could b
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Appetite stimulants: There are several appetite stimulants that can help slow or reverse weight loss. However, if someone has terminal colon cancer, there may be no benefit to these medications.
Answered 11/7/2012
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Need supportive team: Having a diagnosis of cancer's very overwhelming.Depression happens frequently in cancer patients.It can manifest as withdrawal, decrease apetite, feeling worthless, sad, etc-.Talking about cancer isn't easy for some cancer patient especially when they are depressed. Give her some time, be there and be supportive. Ghrelin is not the answer.Weight loss could be due to cancer+/- depression. D/w md.
Answered 11/7/2012
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