Slimming (Thinness)

How does one define weight loss? Weight loss refers to weight loss, whatever it may be. It can be voluntary (the consequence of a diet) or involuntary.

In this case, weight loss is a potentially troubling symptom, especially when it results in a loss of at least 10% of the weight in less than one year. This threshold is random but is often used as a "benchmark" by the medical community (which also sometimes uses the threshold of 5% less weight in 6 months).

Weight loss can be isolated or be accompanied by other symptoms, very varied.

When not voluntary, weight loss can be a sign of an underlying illness that is sometimes serious, such as cancer. It is therefore important to pay attention and consult your doctor if you are not sure. He may prescribe blood tests, among other things, to try to understand the cause.

What are the causes of weight loss? Weight loss can have a multitude of causes.

Psychic causes would be involved 50% of the cases of slimming making a medical check-up necessary. Depression, in particular, often leads to a loss of persistent appetite.

Then come organic causes, and especially digestive diseases. However, a large number of pathologies, such as cardiovascular, endocrine or autoimmune diseases, for example, can lead to weight loss.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of potential causes of weight loss:

Cancer: Weight loss is common, and is often one of the first symptoms. About 40% of people diagnosed with cancer report having lost weight in previous months.

Celiac disease: It is frequently accompanied by weight loss, related to the malabsorption of food in the digestive tract.

Gastric ulcer: It is usually responsible for loss of appetite, gastric pain and digestive difficulties that can lead to weight loss..... http://bit.ly/2Htn2Mw