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Can anxiety cause 30 pounds of unintentional weight loss in 4 months and loss of appetite?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Weight loss: Yes , anxiety can cause your weight loss. However, you should have a complete examination to rule out other problems like hyperthyroidism, or tumor

Answered 8/20/2014

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly but ..: Severe untreated anxiety or mood disorders can cause significant weight loss but it's quite uncommon, especially when you are taking about 30lbs in 4 months. You need to see your doctor urgently to better evaluate you for other organic causes of which are many. I wouldn't delay this as you even if you don't have a more concerning organic cause of your symptoms then you need to addres your anxiety!

Answered 1/29/2019

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