Loss of Appetite
Guideline and Algorithm
This guide helps healthcare professionals assess and appropriately manage a patient's cancer-related loss of appetite. The guide is also available in a condensed pocket guide format and 2-page algorithm.
Also available is a combined pocket guide including guides for delirium, dyspnea, nausea and vomiting, pain, loss of appetite, bowel care and oral care.
Disclaimer
While the information contained in the Guide-to-Practice and Pocket Guide (“Guide”) was considered to be accurate at the date of its publication, changes in available evidence after the time of publication may affect the accuracy of the information in the Guide. We suggest the Guide be used for educational and information purposes only.
Patient Guides
This guide is for people who have loss of appetite before, during or after cancer treatment. It can be used by patients, family, friends or caregivers. It does not replace advice from your healthcare team.
This patient guide is available in 6 languages.
Recommended Resources
Free service for contacting a dietitian, and nutrition tips and recipes
Advice from dieticians and recipes for when you have cancer
Booklet from the University Health Network
Booklet from the Canadian Cancer Society
Booklet from the National Cancer Institute