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What Can Cause Sudden Weight Loss?
Hi there Over the past month or so I have unintentionally lost 1 stone which is 15% of my original body weight (I usually weight just over 7 stone and am now weighing 6.14 stone). Should I be worried about this? I dont know why I am losing weight. I have had a few colds recently and feel quite lethargic.
Mon, 15 Sep 2014
Hello!
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your weight loss is to be taken in consideration.
There are many causes for weight loos including infections , inflammatory disease ,some endocrine conditions like hyperthyroidism etc.
Since you have lost considerable weight in a very short time ,you need a complete evaluation.
Other symptoms ,medical history and physical examination are essential to understand if something is wrong with you.
Hope it helps.
Kind Regards!
Dr.Rovena Murati
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your weight loss is to be taken in consideration.
There are many causes for weight loos including infections , inflammatory disease ,some endocrine conditions like hyperthyroidism etc.
Since you have lost considerable weight in a very short time ,you need a complete evaluation.
Other symptoms ,medical history and physical examination are essential to understand if something is wrong with you.
Hope it helps.
Kind Regards!
Dr.Rovena Murati
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