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1. When is weight loss considered a symptom?
Unexplained weight loss is considered a symptom. When you lose weight without trying any weight loss methods like dieting or exercising in any manner, it is considered a symptom. Loss of more than 5% of your body weight should prompt you to see a doctor.
2. What are the common causes of weight loss?
Causes of weight loss can be medical and non-medical. Medical reasons include ulcer, diabetes, cancer, AIDS, Parkinson's disease, hyperactivity of thyroid gland, depression, COPD, drug abuse, depression, tuberculosis & heart failure. Non-medical causes can be a change of diet, stress, excessive smoking and alcohol consumption.
3. What are the unexpected and rare causes of weight loss?
Severe autoimmune disorders like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis; digestive tract disturbances like gluten allergy, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel diseases, are also known to cause weight loss.
4. Is there a range of weight loss that should be a concern?
Yes, on an average, losing 5 percent of one body weight in 6-12 months is considered unhealthy and cause for concern. One must visit a doctor.
5. What are the methods of diagnosis of unexplained weight loss?
The most important step to diagnose the cause for weight loss is to take a detailed medical history as to when did it start, over how much time has the weight loss occurred, etc. Physical examination is also needed. Certain blood tests and imaging scans might be needed to identify the exact cause for unexplained weight loss.
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