Lung cancer - having surgery in 4 weeks. Losing appetite but need to maintain a healthy weight. How can I do that?

I’m not sure what to say really. I am awaiting surgery for the removal of my top right lung and a section of the lower part of right lung. I know I need to keep fit and healthy but how do I eat the right foods and snacks? I have not lost any weight but my appetite is beginning to slow down. What can I do to maintain a healthy weight and physical shape. I have 4 weeks before my surgery. Thank you for any advice. 

  • Hi Eviemay, 

    I noticed you haven't had a reply to your post just yet so I wanted to stop by to welcome you to the forum and to reassure you that your post has been seen.

    Hopefully sure some of our members will share their experiences and advice with you soon but in the meantime I hope this information we have about lung cancer surgery and how to prepare for your treatment, including what to eat and how to stay active, will help.

    We have some advice on how to manage loss of appetite as well but for further information and advice, you can give our team of cancer nurses a call on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to answer your questions and support you in the run up to your surgery.

    I and the rest of the Cancer Chat community are sending you all our support Eviemay, and wishing you all the best with your surgery next month.

    Let us know how you're getting on when you can, and remember that we'll always be here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator