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Is increased abdominal fat common post cancer treatment?
I am approx 1 year post active treatment ie Mastectomy, Chemo and Radiotherapy. Now on Aromatase Inhibitors for 5-10 years. I would like to lose weight, but my weight is stable, and has been for abo...
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Hi @Abbydog,
I'm slightly less than 1 year out from active treatment. On aromasin. I gained 4 kg during chemo (i was already a bit overweight with a tummy). I started going to an exercise physiologist during chemo and weight has remained stubborn (probably i could get a tiny bit lower if i gave up chocolate - no ) but ive gained muscle. My stomach fat seems like its reduced a bit and i can actually see flabby skin where the fat was and my waist is about 3 cm smaller. I think you might be able to shift it but it probably takes a lot of consistency and time. Im still working towards it. What i have noticed is i look less flabby in my limbs, my face is thinner, and im fitter. I try to focus on the positives like energy levels, mental health and feeling well. I saw a dietician but there wasnt much wrong with my diet. Perhaps portion sizes i dunno. I dont want to deprive myself and eat for nutrition now plus occassional treat.
Hope that helps. Nit impossible in my view just long term.
Michele
I'm slightly less than 1 year out from active treatment. On aromasin. I gained 4 kg during chemo (i was already a bit overweight with a tummy). I started going to an exercise physiologist during chemo and weight has remained stubborn (probably i could get a tiny bit lower if i gave up chocolate - no ) but ive gained muscle. My stomach fat seems like its reduced a bit and i can actually see flabby skin where the fat was and my waist is about 3 cm smaller. I think you might be able to shift it but it probably takes a lot of consistency and time. Im still working towards it. What i have noticed is i look less flabby in my limbs, my face is thinner, and im fitter. I try to focus on the positives like energy levels, mental health and feeling well. I saw a dietician but there wasnt much wrong with my diet. Perhaps portion sizes i dunno. I dont want to deprive myself and eat for nutrition now plus occassional treat.
Hope that helps. Nit impossible in my view just long term.
Michele