Weight loss Symptom of what ?

Sudden and significant weight loss occurs after experiencing stressful event. But it can also be a signal for the presence of serious illness.

Loss of natural noticeable amount of weight after the pressure of the changing workplace, divorce, dismissal from work or a particular tragedy. 

Often due weight to normal when you start out happy, and after spending some time in sadness or get used to the change. There may be a need for counseling and support to help reach this stage.

It can also be a great weight loss as a result of an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia. If you feel that you have a disruption in the food, talk to someone you trust.

Whatever, if you do not your weight loss as a result of the above reasons, and did not lose weight as a result of dieting or exercise, see your doctor because you may be suffering from the disease needs a cure.

The following information may give you a better idea of ​​the cause of your weight loss, but do not use it to diagnose your condition. See a doctor is always to get a proper diagnosis.

Common causes for weight loss is not expected.

Do not have to lose weight is not always intended inherent reason behind it, but it is often the result of one of the following reasons :

• depression

• overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), or excessive thyroid treatment

• cancer

Less common for weight loss is not expected reasons, Rarely, unexpected weight loss may be a result of the following conditions :

• infection (bacterial, viral or parasitic)

• alcohol misuse

• Drug Abuse (anabolic steroids, diuretics or laxatives)

• the heart, kidney or liver disease

• a problem with the glands that secrete hormones, such as Addison's disease and diabetes is diagnosed

• the case of long-term infections, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus

• intestinal disease, such as stomach ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease or celiac disease (excessive sensitivity to gluten)