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Abnormal weight loss?

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Abnormal weight loss: If intake has not decreased causes include: malabsorption (celiac for example), hyperthyroidism, diabetes, infection, cancer, addison's disease. I recommend seeing your physician for a physical exam and appropriate follow up testing.

Answered 3/13/2020

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Try to clarify: Unfortunately your question about abnormal weight loss is a bit vague. Try to we formulate your question with some more specifics, as I'm sure, plenty of doctors here would be happy to help.

Answered 8/28/2015

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Weight loss: Abnormal weight loss can be for various causes. Anorexia secondary to medical or psychological problem possible. A cancer of some type or other chronic disease a possibility. Thyroid problems can cause weight loss.

Answered 6/18/2020

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