Epistemis

Anorexia (lack of appetite)

Specialty: Gastrointestinal.

  • hyporexia
  • lack of appetite
  • loss of appetite

Why it occurs

  • Acute infection/illness
  • Depression
  • Neoplasia
  • Drugs
  • Chronic organ failure

Initial workup

Weight, blood count, biochemistry, TSH; rule out neoplasia if there is constitutional syndrome.

red flags

Anorexia with involuntary weight loss and progressive asthenia (rule out neoplasia).

Standard management

  • Treat the underlying cause
  • Nutritional support — assess supplements if malnutrition

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousCanker sores / oral ulcers
Area
Gastrointestinal
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
2
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