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Unintentional weight loss in adults older than 65 years is generally defined as a 5% or greater loss of body weight in a six- to 12-month period and is associated with increased morbidity and...
Unintentional weight loss is a big risk factor in older adults for multiple reasons. Unintentionally losing too much weight as you get older can cause: Decreased quality of life....
Unexplained weight loss has many causes, medical and nonmedical. Often, a combination of things results in a general decline in your health and a related weight loss. Most often, medical disorders that cause weight loss include other symptoms.
Unintentional weight loss of more than 5% within six to 12 months is associated with increased morbidity and mortality in older adults and should prompt evaluation.
Unintentional weight loss in people older than 65 years is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Nonmalignant diseases are more common causes of unintentional weight loss in this ...
Weight loss in older adults can sometimes signal an underlying health issue. It’s important to have unexplained weight loss evaluated to investigate the cause and make sure there isn’t a bigger problem that needs attention.
Unintentional weight loss is common in elderly people and is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. Weight loss is clinically relevant if more than 5% of body weight is lost over 6-12 months, although smaller losses may be important in frail elderly people.