My grandmother has been smoking for years & still does. But she keeps getting thinner & thinner day by day no matter what or how much she eats. I was wondering if that could be a sign of a type of cancer.
2007-03-10 13:00:50 · 11 answers · asked by thebostonredhead 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
Yes, that could be cancer.
I'm sorry.
2007-03-10 13:03:25 · answer #1 · answered by Munya Says: DUH! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cancer is a possibility, but the weight loss could also be a sign of thyroid problems, diabetes, or a number of other problems. She certainly needs to see a doctor and have some tests to find out what the problem is and get treatment.
2007-03-10 13:10:07 · answer #2 · answered by PJPeach 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are right to say that one of the cancer symptoms is weight loss. But, weight loss does not necessarily mean cancer right away. It can be a whole lot of reasons.
To know for sure, accompany her to see a doctor.
2007-03-10 13:45:31 · answer #3 · answered by mindalchemy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a symptom of cancer and it could be a symptom of something else. This isn't grounds for a diagnosis of anything specific. Speak to your grandmother about your concerns and try to persuade her to see a doctor for a physical exam.
2007-03-10 13:07:01 · answer #4 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Could be cancer, that's rather an obvious sign. It could also be digestive problems or cardiac problems.
Take her to her doctor and tell them what's going on!
2007-03-10 13:05:43 · answer #5 · answered by shatterbrat 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The average person loses 2 lbs a week when the are battling cancer. Other signs are not having much appetite, sore throat. Please advise her to see a doctor.
2007-03-10 13:05:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be a sign of cancer or an illness.
you don't say her age.
but older people naturally lose weight.
(my mom says it's because their digestive systems
are less efficient)
so it could be just normal aging.
2007-03-10 13:08:48 · answer #7 · answered by BonesofaTeacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First thing tomorow, make a dr's appt.
2007-03-11 09:51:10 · answer #8 · answered by TedEx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-03-10 13:05:59 · answer #9 · answered by juneaulady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes! it might be! get her checked out!
2007-03-11 04:34:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋