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Is losing about 17 pounds in 7-9 months without a lot of exersize a sign of cancer?
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Maybe: Weight loss without dieting or exercise can have several causes, but one of them is certainly cancer. You should see your doctor for a thorough workup to see why you are losing weight without trying to.
Answered 8/22/2013
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