10 Tongue Cancer Symptoms
Symptom #8: Weight Loss
Weight loss occurs when there is a total reduction of body mass due to the loss of muscle, fluid, connective tissue, adipose tissue, bone mineral deposits, or other compositions of the body. Unintentional weight loss can occur in states of disease due to poor appetite or higher metabolic demand.
Other mechanisms of weight loss include impaired absorption and excess nutrient loss. In patients with cancer, significant weight loss can be attributed to cachexia where there is muscle atrophy, fatigue, and weakness. It is a risk factor for death.
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