Weight Management During Recovery

I have been thin my entire life. No, that is not a brag. It is just a fact of my life. I am often told how lucky I am. It happened just before my latest diagnosis over a month ago. And yet, I didn't suspect a thing, even when I stepped onto the scale prior to the cystoscopy and my weight registered 119lbs.

All through high school, I weighed 120lbs, unless I was sick. All through my adulthood, I have weighed 128-132lbs., but would easily lose 5lbs. during an illness. I was surprised, and yet, it did not raise any serious flags before the procedure. Although, I had been depressed and anxious, especially AFTER the pandemic experience, I felt I was handling it functionally.

Now, several weeks into the post-surgery process, my appetite has not fully returned. However, I make a point to eat proteins and vegetables. I perform rebounding, light strength exercise, and walking to stay active. Perhaps, depression and anxiety continue to be the link to my poor appetite. But I am curious to know what others might be experiencing.

Does anyone struggle with maintaining healthy weight while recovering from surgery and treatment for NMIBC and waiting for the next 3-month follow-up?