Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight.
Also called: Loss of weight.
Conditions associated with weight loss
The following conditions have been associated with weight loss in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric aciduria
3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric aciduria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
AL amyloidosis
AL amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute adrenal insufficiency
Acute adrenal insufficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute promyelocytic leukemia
Acute promyelocytic leukemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adrenal Insufficiency
A condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol, causing fatigue, low blood pressure, a...
Adrenocortical carcinoma
Adrenocortical carcinoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset Still disease
Adult-onset Still disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
African trypanosomiasis
African trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7
Any Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the IFIH1 gene....
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 9
A type I interferonopathy characterized by severe developmental delay and progressive neurologic deterioration...
Alveolar echinococcosis
Alveolar echinococcosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica
Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma
Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Arginine vasopressin deficiency
Arginine vasopressin deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis
Autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Behçet disease
Behçet disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis
Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Beta-ketothiolase deficiency
Beta-ketothiolase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor
Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Brucellosis
Brucellosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
COPD
A group of progressive lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that cause airflow obstructi...
Caroli disease
Caroli disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Castleman disease
Castleman disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Celiac Disease
An autoimmune condition triggered by gluten that damages the small intestine lining, causing malabsorption and...
Choreoacanthocytosis
Choreoacanthocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chronic Pancreatitis
Long-term inflammation of the pancreas that damages the organ over time, causing recurring abdominal pain and ...
Chronic graft versus host disease
Chronic graft versus host disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis/Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis
Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis/Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis is a medical condition that may ...
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Classic mycosis fungoides
Classic mycosis fungoides is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Colon Cancer
Cancer of the colon or rectum, often developing from polyps, which can cause changes in bowel habits and blood...
Colorectal Cancer
Cancer of the colon or rectum. Screening can detect it early when treatment is most effective....
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Cystic Fibrosis
A genetic disorder that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs, leadi...
Depression
A common but serious mood disorder causing persistent sadness, loss of interest, and changes in sleep, appetit...
Tests providers may use to investigate weight loss
When investigating weight loss, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Alpha-Fetoprotein Afp Tumor Marker Test
This blood test determines Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP or a-Fetoprotein) levels....
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CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Calcium
Measures calcium levels to evaluate bone, kidney, and parathyroid health....
Cancer & Tumor Marker Tests
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Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Celiac Disease Antibody Test
Our Celiac Disease Antibody Screening Test screens for the presence of Tissue Transglutaminase antibody (IgG, ...
Celiac Disease Panel
Screens for markers of celiac disease including tTG-IgA....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside weight loss
Bloating
A feeling of fullness, pressure, or swelling in the abdomen, often related to gas, digestion, or fluid retenti...
Excessive Sweating
Sweating more than is needed to regulate body temperature, which can accompany fever, anxiety, hypoglycemia, o...
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood di...
Pale Skin
Unusually light or pale skin that can be a sign of anemia, reduced blood flow, or low blood pressure....
Sore Throat
Pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing, commonly caused by viral o...
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if weight loss is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom weight loss mean?
Weight loss is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Reduction of total body weight.
Which conditions are associated with weight loss?
Weight loss has been reported in association with 175 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric aciduria, AL amyloidosis, Acute adrenal insufficiency, Acute promyelocytic leukemia, Addison disease. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about weight loss?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.