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Does a thymoma cause you to gain weight?
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No: Not usually. In fact if it is malignant, one might lose weight.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Unlikely: Many are asymptomatic. Some may have chest pressure symptoms - chest pain, palpitations. Muscle weakness may be seen in a few patients with thymoma.
Answered 4/10/2014
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