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Very fast weight loss and loss of appetite!

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sweetmelissa
sweetmelissa

  I am a 36 year old female and am having rapid weight loss and loss od appetite.  I have always had a very large appetite, eating all day long, and now, all of the sudden, I can't seem to eat anything.  I mean, I still eat, but it seems like a struggle.  I still eat because I have to and in hopes of not lossing anymore weight.  I started drinking protein drinks and ensure drinks but the weight loss continues.  I am 5'6" and have always weighed 123 to 125 pounds, now starting a week and a half ago, I am now down to 116 pounds.  I can't lose more weight, as I alreday look awful and like a skeleton.  My face is sucken too.  What is causing this loss of appetite and weight loss?  I am NOT going through any tramatic events in my life and no depression either, so this leaves me confused.  I do have hypothyroidism and am on medication, which made me think that I might be over medicated, but the symptoms of hyperthyroidism is increased appetite, not appetite loss.  Also, I do not have other sysptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as sweating, tremors, fast heart rate,  ... nothing.  I do have a general feeling of feeling unwell, but can't put my finger on it.  I also have random fevers.. well, low grade fevers of around 100.5 every couple of weeks.  I need help..  I don't see my doctor until another 5 months!  I'm afraid, that I will be withered away by them.

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  • borderriever
    borderriever sweetmelissa

    Posted

    Sweetmel

    Because of the suddeness and loosing weight rapidly I would advise you see your Doctor, He knows your condition and medications you are taking. Rapid loss of weight always needs to be checked by a professional.

    Make your appointment, let us know how you get on

    BOB

    • sweetmelissa
      sweetmelissa borderriever

      Posted

      Thank you...  My next doctor appointment is in 5 months from now, but I'm going to call them and see if I can get in sooner.  I will definitely keep you updated.

       

  • rihanna52936
    rihanna52936 sweetmelissa

    Posted

    Hi.

    Apart from low grade fever do you have any other symptoms like skin rashes, dry mouth, loose stool etc ?

    • sweetmelissa
      sweetmelissa rihanna52936

      Posted

      No.. not really anything too specific.  I just have a general unwell feeling, and tired and lack of energy
    • renee29891
      renee29891 sweetmelissa

      Posted

      Hi Sweetmelissa.  I was wondering how you are doing and hoping you're feeling better and got some answers/diagnosis.  I too have been suffering from lack of appetite and general unwell feeling.  I have lost about 20 pounds so far.  I've had several tests, scans, etc.  Only diagnosis is gastritis, but my doctor feels that my symptoms are too severe for gastritis.  Please update on your situation.  Thank you.

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