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TBF

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44. Sorry to hear this!
Sat Feb 14, 2026, 03:22 PM
15 hrs ago

When I was running marathons (decades ago ...) I liked pasta and would add in lean chicken and peas for protein. My very favorite was always my mom's tuna casserole, with cheddar cheese topping it all. Carbs and dairy should do it. Cheese and peanut butter are 2 things I've always liked that my doctors are not thrilled about (now, after having children, my weight is much higher than it used to be). My running was done when I was diagnosed with arthritis, and then I had a major blood clot 5 years later. So, I've had my share of doctors as well & still see the hematologist annually. I really hope they are able to successfully treat your cancer.

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My cancer update, not pretty [View all] KS Toronado 17 hrs ago OP
I am so sorry to hear that KS Toronado jfz9580m 17 hrs ago #1
What a nightmare for you. pandr32 17 hrs ago #2
Those are some great suggestions. And use real greek yogurt without emulsifiers - recommend Fage. erronis 16 hrs ago #9
Exactly. pandr32 16 hrs ago #15
Breyers. The best ice cream on the market. Silver Gaia 12 hrs ago #68
Thank you! pandr32 10 hrs ago #72
Yikes! 2naSalit 17 hrs ago #3
You are brave. quaint 17 hrs ago #4
I am so sorry to hear this KS, you have been through so much. sheshe2 17 hrs ago #5
.... Spazito 17 hrs ago #6
I'm so sorry. That's a lot to go through. Solly Mack 17 hrs ago #7
I will keep you in my prayers, KS Toronado. My husband has malignant cancer and they took their good old time, getting debm55 16 hrs ago #8
Hugs! erronis 16 hrs ago #10
I'm so sorry to hear you're going through so much stage left 16 hrs ago #11
Peanut Butter! OldBaldy1701E 16 hrs ago #12
I don't have the correct words to express my feeling for what you are going LoisB 16 hrs ago #13
Sending love and healing energy to you! 💗🙏🏼 Hope22 16 hrs ago #14
Blessings and white light dear ks tornanado. 1WorldHope 16 hrs ago #16
Ice cream if you can take it malaise 16 hrs ago #17
I hope you get better JoseBalow 16 hrs ago #18
So sorry to hear this. Healing vibes on the way to you! SheltieLover 16 hrs ago #19
I can only say that you have my fondest hopes for interventional care that will promote hlthe2b 16 hrs ago #20
Lumberjack breakfast, cheesestake sandwich and shake for lunch and lasagna with a pina colada for dinner. SunSeeker 16 hrs ago #21
Fuck cancer Nevilledog 16 hrs ago #22
So very sorry to hear this. 3catwoman3 16 hrs ago #23
Oh man, no one should be going through all of this. Even if our medical personnel were competent, it's a huge struggle. Exp 16 hrs ago #24
Sending healing thoughts your way Mz Pip 16 hrs ago #25
So sorry. WestMichRad 16 hrs ago #26
Wishing only the best for you, from Canada. Bev54 16 hrs ago #27
Sending healing vibes to you++++++++++ spooky3 16 hrs ago #28
I can't believe the delays and lousy decisions your doctors have provided. If you have an oncologist suspecting sinkingfeeling 16 hrs ago #29
God I'm sorry. I hate hearing this. Billsdaughter 16 hrs ago #30
I'm so sorry you're going through this. live love laugh 15 hrs ago #31
(((((HUGS))))) UpInArms 15 hrs ago #32
I wish you get better and fast. mercuryblues 15 hrs ago #33
All the best to you. PittBlue 15 hrs ago #34
Sending a hug and strength democrank 15 hrs ago #35
In addition to focusing on food justsomeguy01 15 hrs ago #36
I really appreciate your sharing this. Bristlecone 15 hrs ago #37
Hey KS Toronado, lark 15 hrs ago #38
Geez, what a mess. Hope they get you Figarosmom 15 hrs ago #39
How's your appetite in general these days? BaronChocula 15 hrs ago #40
I can relate Randomthought 15 hrs ago #41
Hang in there...I know how many times have you heard that... MiHale 15 hrs ago #42
Damn, KS, that is very crappy news. I hate that you are going through this. brer cat 15 hrs ago #43
Sorry to hear this! TBF 15 hrs ago #44
First let me send calming vibes your way Lifeafter70 15 hrs ago #45
Sounds like so much Dear_Prudence 14 hrs ago #46
Damm. I am sorry for your situation. Please keep us posted as you can. Milkshakes with egg(s) thrown in? Rocky Balboa Evolve Dammit 14 hrs ago #47
I know how you feel with all the docs Nigrum Cattus 14 hrs ago #48
100% natural vanilla ice-cream Joinfortmill 14 hrs ago #49
So sorry KS canetoad 14 hrs ago #50
Beer And Peanut Butter... BurnDoubt 14 hrs ago #51
((((HUGS)))) BumRushDaShow 14 hrs ago #52
Sending you big, huge hugs.... Marie Marie 14 hrs ago #53
Sorry to hear it. Vanilla ice cream. Ensure protein drinks. Best wishes surfered 14 hrs ago #54
Eat whatever you enjoy and can tolerate. Set a weight goal so you don't overdo it. Get in contact with a dietician if Dorothy V 14 hrs ago #55
Ideas for weight gain synni 14 hrs ago #56
Damn KS, 🙏🏻 ♥️ 🙏🏻 ♥️ 🙏🏻 ♥️ 🙏🏻 a kennedy 13 hrs ago #57
Sending you healing light, love, nurture, comfort and positivity KS 💚🤍❤️🧡🩵 Clouds Passing 13 hrs ago #58
So...so sorry to hear this. I remember when you announced your cancer last year Bengus81 13 hrs ago #59
Holding you in my heart, KS Tornado. n/t TygrBright 13 hrs ago #60
Awww Damn! MeNotThatKindOfOrc 13 hrs ago #61
My cancer weight gain trick is peanut butter and vanilla ice cream smoothies. herding cats 12 hrs ago #62
Aloha, KS 💔☮️🌺🌻🕯️🕊️💜 Cha 12 hrs ago #63
Cancer sucks. murielm99 12 hrs ago #64
Chocolate. Maybe with a side of peanut butter. calimary 12 hrs ago #65
Have cheese fondue using cooked shrimp, bread cubes, applegrove 12 hrs ago #66
If it does not conflict with medical advice, try adding some butter (real) to your cooking. It packs on fat and artemisia1 12 hrs ago #67
High calorie Boost Unrepentant Fenian 11 hrs ago #69
I'm sorry you're going through this. yardwork 11 hrs ago #70
Sending love stillspkg 10 hrs ago #71
Sometimes, there are just no good words to help, and I'm sorry for that. hamsterjill 9 hrs ago #73
Foods to put on weight ms.pamela 8 hrs ago #74
Damn. I fucking hate cancer, and babylonsister 7 hrs ago #75
All I have are hugs for you Lulu KC 7 hrs ago #76
Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. milestogo 6 hrs ago #77
The stress from tRump made be drop a ton (down to 81 pounds) BigmanPigman 6 hrs ago #78
Thoughts and good Karma yankee87 6 hrs ago #79
I am so sorry, KS Toronado. HeartsCanHope 5 hrs ago #80
I don't know how this would work for you, but it put weight on my dear husband after several health issues made him drop MLAA 5 hrs ago #81
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