1. Risks
1.1. Most people who develop unexplained weight loss are over the age of 65.
1.1.1. Age and genetic predisposition to certain diseases are the biggest risk factors for developing them.
1.2. General risks
1.2.1. Loss of muscle mass
1.2.2. Imbalance of electrolytes
1.2.3. Nutritional deficiencies
1.2.4. Gallstones
2. Treatment
2.1. Depending On What Caused it
2.1.1. Digestive disorder
2.1.1.1. Require a specialized diet
2.1.1.2. Taking over-the-counter supplements
2.1.2. Hormonal Disorder
2.1.2.1. Prescribed medication
2.1.3. General illnesses (common cold)
2.1.3.1. Adequate rest
2.1.3.2. Increase in consumption of fluids
2.1.4. Cancer
2.1.4.1. Tests and scans required
2.1.4.2. Further treatment
2.1.5. Anxiety/Depression
2.1.5.1. help ways to reduce stress
3. Diagnosis
3.1. Symptoms
3.1.1. A loss of more than 5% of your body weight in six to 12 months.
3.1.2. Weight loss can be caused by cancer. It's important to get it checked if you're losing weight without trying.
3.1.3. Nutritional deficiency
3.2. Physical examination Questions
3.2.1. Have your eating patterns changed?
3.2.2. How much weight have you lost?
3.2.3. Are you urinating more than usual?
3.2.4. Have you had any fainting episodes?
4. Crohn’s disease
5. Causes
5.1. Mental health conditions
5.1.1. Depression
5.1.2. Anxiety
5.1.3. Eating disorders
5.1.4. Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
5.2. Digestion
5.2.1. Coeliac disease
5.2.2. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
5.2.3. Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
5.2.4. Dysphagia
5.3. Diseases
5.3.1. Parkinson's disease
5.3.2. Addison’s disease
5.3.3. Celiac disease
5.4. Cancer
5.4.1. ovarian cancer
5.4.2. Esophagus cancer
5.4.3. Pancreas Cancer