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Hi I Am 73 In Great Shape Good Blood Work
Question: Hi I am 73 in great shape good blood work recently started taking prilosec and had to change diet according to endoscopy report showing acid in my lower esophagus .
Lost 5 lbs 100 lb now. Should I be concerned about this weight loss. Also blood pressure is 130/70 was 120/60. No other issue. Help should I be concerned about weight loss.
Lost 5 lbs 100 lb now. Should I be concerned about this weight loss. Also blood pressure is 130/70 was 120/60. No other issue. Help should I be concerned about weight loss.
Brief Answer:
normal blood tests and change a diet- not likely a concern
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
With a history of good blood work and a change in diet, the loss of weight is not likely a concern.
In some persons, weight loss may be linked to serious conditions, one of the most serious of these is cancer but in cancer, there are usually changes on blood tests and yours were normal.
In addition, one of the first questions that are usually asked to any one losing weight is- has there been any change in diet?
To which the answer is yes in this case.
The combination of good test results and a change in diet mean that the weight loss is not likely a problem.
If you remain unsure however, you should see your doctor for an assessment.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
normal blood tests and change a diet- not likely a concern
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
With a history of good blood work and a change in diet, the loss of weight is not likely a concern.
In some persons, weight loss may be linked to serious conditions, one of the most serious of these is cancer but in cancer, there are usually changes on blood tests and yours were normal.
In addition, one of the first questions that are usually asked to any one losing weight is- has there been any change in diet?
To which the answer is yes in this case.
The combination of good test results and a change in diet mean that the weight loss is not likely a problem.
If you remain unsure however, you should see your doctor for an assessment.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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