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tanya lee


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thank you so much for your kind advises jill...and kelly same is with me i cant tolerate big meal...i hope i will loose weight//lol...but last month is really very hard...take cares thanks again to all of you...may God bless you all..



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Hi Tanya! Yes, I`m afraid losing your appetite is quite a common side effect when on tx, and losing your sense of smell and taste is all part of it too. It`s a bit different for everyone, some people find they have an unpleasant taste in their mouth and that certain foods and drinks taste and smell different too. I found my sense of smell was heightened during tx. It`s all pretty normal stuff, but don`t worry, most people start getting their appetite back almost as soon as they finish tx.  These strange side effects are only temporary.

I found that eating small meals and snacks throughout the day suited me much better than facing a big meal. Just try to eat as well and as healthily as you can, and make sure you drink plenty of water each day.

So you only have 4 more shots to go! I know it`s hard going, and the last few weeks can really drag, but hang on in there Tanya, you`re getting there. We`re here for you anytime.  smile

Take care, Jill xx

 



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(71 yo, lives in UK)

Was Gen 3a, 

24wks Peg Ifn/Riba, Sep 2010 - Mch 2011

UND @ Wk.4, UND @ EOT, 

SVR Nov 2011 --> Still UND @ EOT + 4 yrs.

 

 
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Thank you for asking. I never thought to . But I have been wondering as I have noticed some changes. No food makes me sick or nauseous but I find myself eating things I didn't care for before and things I adore (used to anyway) I am not interested in. More than once I have gone out and bought a bunch of something I found yummy, only to find a day later I didn't want any more. I really HATE to throw away food so I try to buy just a little at a time. Also I have to agree i don't feel very good after big meals. All part of the adventure.

-- Edited by Kellyw on Wednesday 21st of March 2012 02:36:26 AM

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tanya lee


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Hello everyone i m on riba and interferon almost 4 injections to go..feeling fatigued asusual,,but cant smell or taste anything...and appetitie is no more...is it normal to loose senses in this tx...my brain is already lost...waiting fours help..take care stay blessed bye



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