Abnormal weight loss refers to the loss of more than five percent of body weight in 6 months under no dieting or exercise. It can occur or take place with time and normally means the complication of health. In the case of losing weight yet eating normally, one has to establish the cause.
Other red flags that can be accompanied by unexplained weight loss are:
Many conditions can cause unintended weight loss such as:
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Abnormal weight loss will be coded as ICD-10 R63.4 and this is seen as Abnormal loss of weight.
Once you lose more than 5 percent of your body weight in six to twelve months without any effort then you should attract the attention of the professional to help rid yourself of the other underlying factors.
Yes. Nutrient absorption, which is hindered by such digestive disorders as celiac disease, Crohn disease, and ulcerative colitis, may result in unintended weight loss.
The cause is normally managed through enzyme supplements, changes of the diet and medications that would manage symptoms and facilitate nutrient absorption.
They can be linked. Abnormality in hormones -e.g. thyroid hormones or sex hormones- may be the cause of unexplained bleeding and unwanted weight loss.
The constant loss of weight after delivery could be the sign of some issues like thyroid dysfunction, anemia, or any nutritional deficiency required to be diagnosed and treated.
The ICD -9 of unexplained weight loss is 783.21.
Diagnosis is done by using a combination of extensive medical history, physical examination, blood tests, imaging tests, endoscopic tests and even by special lab tests in special cases.
Yes. The long time stress can also suppress appetite, alter the digestion and increase metabolism rate, this can result in the unintended loss of weight.
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