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Is it normal to feel starvation (hard time focusing followed by a feeling of empty stomach) every 1.30 to 2 hours after a meal? i'm very skinny

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Dr. Paul Pyles answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

See your doctor : What you are describing is unusual. See your doctor for an evaluation. More information is needed to properly assess your concerns.

Dr Zuberi agreed

Answered 3/15/2015

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A member asked:

Is it normal to feel starvation (hard time focusing followed by a feeling of empty stomach) every 1.30 to 2 hours after a meal? i'm very skinny

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Pyles answered

Dr Zuberi agreed

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