Patient's question:
A female, 32 years old, in May 1998, due to postpartum weakness and insufficient milk production, used folk remedies: red sugar, honey, and lard, each 4 two, mixed and stewed warm to consume. Due to the excessive richness of the three ingredients, she could only2/3, and subsequently developed diarrhea. The hospital diagnosed it as neurotic diarrhea, and treatment with both Chinese and Western medicine was ineffective. On March 4, 2001, she was first diagnosed. She had a pale and lackluster complexion, was thin and frail, with mild edema, felt exhausted and mentally sluggish. She experienced diarrhea upon waking, three times a day, without pain during the diarrhea, but felt light and refreshed afterward. She had a distended and painful lower abdomen, a gurgling sound, shortness of breath, dry mouth without thirst, nausea without vomiting, and sweating above the waist, especially on the head. Her pulse was deep and hidden, with the right pulse resemblingDoctor's answer:
There are many causes of weight loss. Many diseases, such as gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, hepatitis, and kidney disease, can cause weight loss in the body. Chronic illness and malnutrition can also lead to weight loss. Factors such as insufficient dietary intake, improper dietary planning, irregular meal times, high stress from studies or work, anxiety, mental tension, excessive fatigue, and poor sleep can all contribute to weight loss. If the weight loss is solely due to lifestyle and dietary factors, improving one's lifestyle and dietary habits may be sufficient. However, if the weight loss is unexplained, it is necessary to visit a hospital for a comprehensive examination to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.