2006-09-15 15:49:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Yes, and so is depression.
2006-09-15 15:57:42 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. It is very common. So is nausea. It took my mother about 2 months to get her appetite back. Your best bet is to serve light, attractive meals. Ask the patient what they feel like they could eat (be persuasive - you will almost have to force feed them) and prepare it so that it looks good on the plate. Don't be insulted or surprised if they take a couple of bites and say they can't eat any more. Also, make sure you let the person know that unless they eat, they won't gain their strength back.
2006-09-15 22:54:34 · answer #2 · answered by Sabina 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know a couple people who lost their appetite after surgery for their heart and they did lose their appitite but you really need to try to eat its a important part of your recovery if it last more than a couple days call the doctor good luck
2006-09-15 23:00:14 · answer #3 · answered by buttermint1 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It was for my brother and law after he had heart surgery he would try and eat on saltine crackers so he could have a little bit of energy because he has a five year old and a two year old kid.
2006-09-15 22:56:18 · answer #4 · answered by tootles 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it'll come back, loss of appetite is normal after any surgery
2006-09-15 22:52:06 · answer #5 · answered by xjoizey 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, just a subcouscious effect, keep up with rehab
2006-09-15 22:50:48 · answer #6 · answered by HK3738 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋