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Why does cancer cause appetite loss?

2018-07-30 09:52:23
My mom is admitted in the hospital for her radiation therapy as she is suffering from stage 1 cancer. She is experiencing loss of appetite due to cancer treatments and it is getting more and more difficult to get her to eat. What should I do?
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May I know what type of cancer is she getting treated for...also extent, and radiation details...

Answered2018-07-30 12:53:47

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