A member asked:

My son had his appendix removed laproscopicly on june 20th 2017 since his cooperation he has lost weight he has gone from 115 lbs to 98 lbs. normal?

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Dr. Boyce Hornberger answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

I don't think so.: He should have gained back a good bit of his weight by now. If his appetite has decreased then there is a reason why. An occult infection or inflammation would be a consideration, although being so far out from his surgery would make this less likely. He should have further evaluation by his primary care physician to determine the cause.

Answered 8/22/2017

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