10 Tuberculosis Symptoms
Symptom #9: Loss of Appetite
Difficulty breathing, cough, fever, and chills, when combined together, will definitely lead to a loss of appetite. Furthermore, anorexia in systemic inflammation is the result of many different signaling pathways (i.e. prostaglandin synthesizing enzymes) orchestrated by the brain. Also, appetite-regulatory hormones have been shown to be altered in patients with TB. This is a real problem among those suffering from chronic conditions as food is necessary for the proper functioning of the human body. In cases where a person is not getting the necessary nutrients and energy, recovering from this condition can be even more difficult.
A loss of appetite followed by a significant weight loss when suffering from tuberculosis greatly increases the risk of a relapse, even after medical treatment has started.
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