How much unexplained weight loss is bad?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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Weight loss of five percent of body weight over a period of 6 - 12 months in the absence of trying to loose weight is considered an unexplained weight loss which is not good and needs a doctor's evaluation.

Answered 04/07/2025

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