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I've lost 35lbs or 21% of my body weight in the past 10 months. i have not significantly changed my diet or exercise. what could cause it?

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Dr. Abby Caplin answered

See your doctor: It's time for a check up with your doctor. Depending on your history, exam and blood work, and any other tests that are indicated, you may have something going on (example: hyperthyroidism). You need to be evaluated!

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Diane Culik answered

Diabetes or Thyroid: The two most common reasons are high sugars causing calorie loss in the urine and hyperthyroidism. Both can be easily determined from blood tests.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

I've lost 35lbs or 21% of my body weight in the past 10 months. i have not significantly changed my diet or exercise. what could cause it?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Abby Caplin answered

Dr Pappas agreed

Dr. Diane Culik answered

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