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[|Human|] Hi, I have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Tests were inconclusive, there is a 3cm mass but brushings didnt show any malignant cells. Have a stent in. I am constantly hungry, eat 5 - 7 small meals a day, drink plenty of fluids. No treatment other than homeopathy and major change in diet - cut out most refined sugars etc. Used to drink up to five cokes a day. Is it usual to be so hungry and to constantly eat?
[|AI|]  Hi, Thanks for writing in. The human body requires meals adding up to 2000 kcal each day. It is best to have a heavy breakfast, moderate lunch and light dinner. In your case, since you are having a possible cancer in pancreas, the diet requirements might be slightly on higher side. Also, you are taking small meals which number about 5 to 7 each day. This is fine as long your meals are healthy. During illness the brain signals the body asking for more energy and that is a possible reason for persistent hunger. It will help to know any increase in body weight that has happened. You can continue the treatment with homeopathy, but regular scan must be done to know the position of the mass in pancreas. Since you have cut refined sugars, you can continue to have smaller meals with lots of fluids. Please do not worry.