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Discouraged.lost ten unintended lbs abt.18 months ago.drs.have done many tests.only gaibed 3 lbs back.fear cancer.drs say no.how long can cancer hide?

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Dr. Devon Webster answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Try not to worry: Cancer severe enough to cause weight loss is usually easy to detect. If your doctors aren't concerned, then try not to worry. There are many causes for weight loss, including depression, an overactive thyroid, celiac disease (gluten sensitivity), and others. The fact that you've gained three pounds back is very reassuring!

Dr Higginbotham and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/16/2013

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