NUTRITIONAL ADVICE

At the Amethyst Radiotherapy Center in Krakow, patients benefit from constant care by a dietitian and psychologist. In order to support the most modern therapy with emotional care and improve the quality of life of patients. Many elements are needed for successful cancer therapy. Modern medical care has a holistic dimension, in addition to the physical dimension, it also covers the mental, social and spiritual. In this way, patients can be motivated to undergo treatment and cope with everyday life during therapy.

A positive attitude and will to treatment play a very important role in the oncological therapy process, but we cannot forget about more mundane issues, such as proper nutrition.

A healthy and properly balanced diet in cancer patients should be selected individually, because each patient may tolerate the side effects of treatment differently, may have different comorbidities and different taste preferences. The solution to this issue are dietary consultations offered free of charge to patients by the Amethyst Radiotherapy Center.

During follow-up visits during radiotherapy, in addition to the normal interview and examination, medical staff monitors the patients' weight and asks about aspects related to nutrition. Detecting mild malnutrition and modifying the diet has a huge impact on the results of treatment and reducing the occurrence of side effects. A healthy diet is often a task for the patient's entire family, dietary advice is also provided to the patient's relatives.

Consultations on nutrition during cancer at the Amethyst Radiotherapy Center:

Monday 8.00 – 14.30

Tuesday 8.00 – 15.30

Wednesday 8.00 – 15.30

Thursday 13.00:20.00 p.m. – XNUMX:XNUMX p.m

Friday 8.00 – 14.30

 

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