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A 62-year-old female asked about a 67-year-old male:

I have stage 111 lung cancer with copd but can't eat much anymore. don't want chemo. how fast do you die from losing weight?

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Eat: Eat smaller meals throughout the day and try to drink boost or ensure "milkshakes" three times a day. There are medicines to help you as well talk to your oncologist. http://www.lungcanceralliance.org/what-if-i-am-diagnosed/side-effect-management/loss-of-appetite.html

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