10 Symptoms of Endometrial Cancer
Symptom #6: Loss Of Weight
Weight loss is defined as the reduction of body mass due to the loss of muscle, fat, fluids, bone mineral deposits, and other types of connective tissue. Weight loss that is intentional, such as decreased calorie intake or increased energy expenditure through activities like exercise, is normal.
On the other hand, unintentional weight loss can be a symptom of diseases such as nutritional deficiency, malnourishment, diarrhea, gastroenteritis, cancer, and more. In cancer cases, the loss of weight is often known as wasting syndrome or cachexia when there are additional symptoms such as muscle atrophy, fatigue, and weakness. Cancer patients who experience cachexia often have a poor prognosis for recovery.
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