Thanks so much for your reply, Donna. I will be sure to add your tip about cream of wheat to my article.

From the research I have done so far, it is my understanding that oral cancer patients (as well as patients suffering from other types of cancer) can suffer from both anorexia and cachexia, and that anorexia is sometimes a symptom of cachexia. And I certainly understand your point about it being much more difficult for oral cancer patients to overcome their anorexia than it is for other cancer patients.

It seems clear that your husband is very fortunate to have you looking out for him. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you.