Do you still feel hungry with TPN? Understanding the Complexities of Appetite and Intravenous Nutrition
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5 min read
According to research, many patients receiving Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) report feeling hungry even when they are receiving adequate calories for energy balance. The sensation of hunger while on TPN can be confusing and distressing, as the body is receiving all the essential nutrients intravenously, bypassing the normal digestive process.