What are some common gastric issues after chemotherapy for lymphoma?
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy commonly cause several digestive side effects, including
• Nausea and vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling full too quickly
• Dry mouth and mouth sores
• Changes in taste or loss of taste
• Difficulty swallowing
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What are some common gastric issues after chemotherapy for lymphoma?
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy commonly cause several digestive side effects, including:
• Nausea and vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling full too quickly
• Dry mouth and mouth sores
• Changes in taste or loss of taste
• Difficulty swallowing
• Constipation
• Diarrhea Here are some helpful tips to manage these symptoms:
• Use plastic utensils instead of metal ones to reduce metallic taste
• Eat cold or bland foods rather than strong-smelling foods
• Try small, frequent meals rather than large ones
• Focus on high-calorie, easy-to-eat foods like yogurt, sherbet, or smoothies
• Avoid spicy, fried, or very fatty foods
• Stay upright after eating
• Consider sucking on lemon drops, ginger candies, or mints to combat bad taste
• Ask others to prepare meals to avoid intense cooking smells
August 16, 2025
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