Top Appetite loss Doctors in India

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Frequently Asked Questions

Appetite loss, medically known as anorexia, is a condition characterised by a reduced desire to eat. Common causes include infections, medications, psychological disorders, and underlying medical conditions.

Yes, stress and anxiety can suppress appetite by altering the release of hormones that regulate hunger, such as cortisol and adrenaline.

Yes, diseases like cancer, kidney disease, liver disease, and certain gastrointestinal disorders can lead to a loss of appetite.

Yes, appetite loss is a symptom of various conditions, while an eating disorder like anorexia nervosa involves a complex interplay of psychological and physiological factors.

Some medications, like certain antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs, and antidepressants, can interfere with the brain's hunger signalling, leading to decreased appetite.

Eating small, frequent meals, focusing on nutrient-dense foods, and seeking professional support are essential strategies.

Yes, it's relatively common among older adults due to age-related changes in taste perception, hormonal imbalances, and health conditions.

Depression can alter neurotransmitter levels in the brain, disrupting the appetite-regulating centers and leading to reduced interest in food.

The hypothalamus, a brain region, plays a crucial role in regulating appetite by responding to hormones and signals from the digestive system, influencing hunger and satiety.

Chemotherapy affects rapidly dividing cells in the body, including those in the digestive tract, leading to appetite loss and gastrointestinal issues.

Malnutrition can weaken the immune system, impair cognitive function, and lead to muscle wasting and other health complications.

Yes, intense exercise may temporarily suppress appetite due to the release of hormones like peptide YY and glucagon-like peptide-1.

Yes, inadequate sleep can disrupt hunger hormones, leading to changes in appetite and potentially causing appetite loss.

If appetite loss persists for more than a few days, is accompanied by unexplained weight loss, or interferes with daily life, a medical evaluation is necessary.

FAQs reviewed by Ms. Kalpana Gupta, Clinical Nutritionist, Nutrition And Dietetics.

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