Weight loss that occurs without a person's own efforts may be a signal of the development of pathological processes.
Many people dream of losing weight, but losing weight can be a “red flag” signaling dangerous changes in the human body, the Daily Mail drew attention to this. His publication contains a warning that involuntary weight loss should not be too intense – otherwise, such weight loss may be a sign of trouble.
“Rapid weight loss can be a symptom of a number of potentially serious diseases, such as diabetes and even cancer,” the publication's medical experts said.
Experts clarified that involuntary weight loss of more than 4 kg in a short period of time (less than a year), occurring without reducing calorie intake or exercising in the gym, requires contacting a doctor, consulting with him and undergoing the necessary examination.
It is reported that in addition to diabetes and cancer, possible causes of such unplanned slimness may be an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism or thyrotoxicosis), as well as inflammatory bowel diseases (for example, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), cardiovascular diseases, dementia.
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote about what slows down metabolism and makes you gain weight an adult.
Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.