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Is it normal for a 16 year male to loose weight?

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Dr. Stanley Himes answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Weight loss in 16 yo: No. I would suggest you take this 16 yp male (your son?) to his Pediatrician for a work up.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/19/2015

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