When I was diagnosed with classic Hodgkin lymphoma, I was very strict about avoiding sugary and processed foods and drinks. During chemotherapy, I focused on eating mostly protein and vegetables. However, after completing six cycles of chemo, I started giving in to cravings for sweets and fast food.
My recent PET scan showed a change from Deauville 2 to Deauville 3, and my SUV increased from 2.0 to 2.6. My oncologist said the disease is still stable but needs close monitoring, and we’ll repeat the scan in three months.
I can’t help but feel worried that my recent diet choices might have caused the increase in metabolic activity. For others who’ve gone through this, did you completely cut out sugary foods, or do you still have them occasionally to manage cravings?