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| Nutrition for Children with Cancer |
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Cancer and its treatments may affect a child's appetite,
tolerance to foods, and their body's ability to use nutrients. Eating
the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help a
child feel better and stay stronger.
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| Nutrition is an important part of the health of all children. It is especially important for children getting cancer treatment.
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| Children with cancer need protein, carbohydrates, fat, water,
vitamins, and minerals.
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| There are many ways to help your child get the nutrients she
needs.
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| Children taking steroids
usually feel hungry all the time and may gain weight.
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| After cancer treatment, your child may have changes in taste or smell, a poor appetite, a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, or other side effects.
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| Cancer and its treatment weaken your child's immune system by
affecting the white blood cells that protect us against disease and
germs.
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| Keeping a clean home is important to prevent infection in children during cancer treatment.
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| These tips may help your child eat better.
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| Find more information about nutrition for children with cancer.
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