Losing weight, although eating well

i am halfway through 4 sessions of chemotherapy for colon cancer. I had half the large bowel removed.  I eat well and seem to have a good appetite, nonetheless, I am losing weight.  I don’t really understand why.  Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks.

  • Hello DaveCee,

    It's great to hear that halfway through your chemotherapy and despite having half of the large bowel removed, you still have a good appetite and are eating well. Have you mentioned the weight loss to your medical team? It might be worth making them aware of it and they may have some good explanation as to why this is happening.

    You are also welcome to ring our nurses on this free number if you live in the UK 0808 800 4040 to talk things through with them - their line is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

    I hope you will hear from others here who have also experienced weight loss after colon cancer treatment. 

    Best wishes,

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator