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Nutrition Services
Changes
in appetite or nutritional requirements often accompany cancer treatment.
A Registered Dietitian can provide information and individualize a proper
diet plan. Proper nutrition enhances the effectiveness of treatment, speeds
up recovery and contributes to vitality and independence. Your doctor
will refer you to the Dietitian if Nutritional Services are deemed necessary.
You can contact us at (909) 865-9550.
Do You Need to See a Registered Dietitian?
Are you experiencing any of the following:
- Underweight or recent weight loss (greater than 5 pounds in 1 month
or 10 pounds in 6 months)?
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Only drinking liquids and eating very little solid food
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Tube feeding or nutrition by vein
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Experiencing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea that is unresponsive to
prescribed medication
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Feeding difficulties: chewing, swallowing, mouth sores that are unresponsive
to prescribed medication.
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Overweight or poor eating habits and diagnosed with Breast, Colon
or Prostate Cancer
If you answered YES to any of the above risk factors, bring this to
the attention of your doctor. Ask for a referral to a registered dietitian.
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to PVHMC Nutritional Center
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