My younger brother is 16 and he's lost nearly 40 pounds w/in the last 4-6 mos or so, no real changes in lifestyle or diet. His father had cerebal palsy as a child...I'm very concerned for him. Thanks again!
2006-06-09 13:42:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Pheochromocytoma is a possibility, as well as other neoplasias. You need to see a doctor ASAP. 40 pounds of weight loss in a 16 year old is very, very abnormal. Best wishes and good luck.
2006-06-09 17:31:06 · answer #1 · answered by Doctor J 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I saw the answers for thyroid but I don't think his hands would trimble depression and anxiety can cause weight loss and shaking, but it does sound neurological, I would defiantly have him taken to a doc asap.I hope you can some answers you need and that everything gets worked out,good luck.
2006-06-09 14:00:01 · answer #2 · answered by lori b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe he needs his thyroid levels checked. That could be a sign of overactive thyroid gland and hormone imbalance.
2006-06-09 13:47:08 · answer #3 · answered by PMS 24-7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
energize plain tasting proteins such as eggs or chicken with metabolism boosting chili pepper sauce
2016-04-21 09:11:15 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
eat lots of fruits and vegetables
2015-05-17 07:15:29 · answer #5 · answered by Douglas 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have him checked for hyperthroidism/
2006-06-09 13:47:12 · answer #6 · answered by turtle girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
blood work needed on thyroid..........
2006-06-09 17:19:56 · answer #7 · answered by Swirly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋