What Causes Unexplained Weight Loss?

Posted on Wed, 5 Apr 2017

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Question : In the last week I have lost 5 pounds. I have not been dieting and my diet hasn't changed. Otherwise, I have been feeling fine. I do not have a lost of appetite or diarrhea . Should I be concerned?

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Weight changes because of fluid retention or loss of fluids.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your health query.
I read your question carefully and I can understand your concern.

That amount of weight can decrease from the change of fluids in our body. I am sure that if you measure yourself again tomorrow after having eaten a meal of drank some fluids, you will show maybe 5 pounds more, and that is more even possible if you are overweight.

I would not be concerned without any other symptoms that you mentioned above.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.

Regards,
Dr. Papaqako

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee