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What causes lack of appetite after having radiation for bipolar?
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Hi, My father-in-law is Bi-polar and is currently battling lung cancer.  He's gone through chemotherapy, and about a month ago, 2 weeks of radiation.  Since the radiation treatment, he hasn't been eating.  We think he's physically cabable of eating, but just won't and is starving himself.  We are very sure this is resulting from his mental illness.  Can you offer any advice?
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HiThanks for using healthcare magicSometime due to radiotherapy, patients get depressive symptoms. That would be the reason in his case. In that case, he needs higher dose of antidepressant. You did not mention about his medication. If he is on any antidepressant, you can increase the dose of antidepressant after psychiatrist consultation. If you need further help, you can ask.Thanks