Thyroid cancer causing difficulties with eating during treatment. How can I help my mum?

Mum struggling to eat during radiotherapy 

  • Hello Jan1707

    I'm sorry to hear that your Mum is struggling with eating during her radiotherapy treatment. It's understandable that you may have some concerns and want to support her to make things easier. 

    We have some information on our website about managing diet problems in cancer but I'd really encourage you or your Mum to talk with her specialist cancer nurse. It may be that they can help with advice specific to your Mum's situation and perhaps give support with nutrition if needed. 

    If you'd like to chat with one of our nurses for some general advice and support you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any help and reassurance they can. 

    I do hope that things improve for your Mum soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator