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Severe weight loss during chemotherpay - lost 1 stonne in 7 weeks .... plus unable to eat . ?is this dangerous ?
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Very normal: it is normal for the patient to lose weight, and appetite while they are taking chemotherapy. so there is nothing abnormal or dangerous. good luck on your fight against cancer.
Answered 5/21/2015
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