Factors contributing to anorexia in the person with cancer include all of the following except:

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Oral infections may contribute to a decreased appetite due to pain or discomfort while eating, but this is not specific to the person with cancer and does not directly relate to anorexia in this population. The other options, early satiety, mental stress, and fatigue, are all known contributing factors to anorexia in individuals with cancer. While early satiety, mental stress, and fatigue can all contribute to anorexia in a person with cancer, oral infections are not typically a contributing factor. Rather, oral infections may make it more difficult for the person to eat but do not necessarily cause anorexia.

Factors Contributing to Anorexia in the Person with Cancer Include