{"id":28570,"date":"2026-07-14T14:25:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T21:25:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/?p=28570"},"modified":"2026-07-14T14:25:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T21:25:21","slug":"cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"C\u00e1ncer y p\u00e9rdida de peso: lo que necesitas saber"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">La p\u00e9rdida de peso involuntaria puede tener muchas causas, incluido el c\u00e1ncer. De hecho, es m\u00e1s frecuente en personas a las que posteriormente se les diagnostica c\u00e1ncer. Si pierde m\u00e1s del 51% de su peso corporal en un periodo de 6 a 12 meses sin propon\u00e9rselo, debe consultar con un profesional de la salud.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"call-to-action-9eee4342e6327b45e7b9feb278430ffd\" style=\"\" class=\"ct_call_to_action\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"block-wrap cta\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"block-column\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta_headings\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"cta__heading\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u00bfCalifica usted para el copago $0?\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"cta__sub__heading\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHable con un especialista para averiguarlo\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"cta_btn\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"tel:8777780318\">(877) 778-0318<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While not all cancers cause weight loss, cancers of the stomach or pancreas can cause early, rapid weight loss. Per <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancerresearchuk.org\/about-cancer\/coping\/physically\/diet-problems\/types\/weight-loss#weight-loss-can-depend-on-cancer-type\">Cancer Research UK<\/a>, 80% of people with pancreatic, esophageal, or stomach cancer, and 60% of people with lung cancer, lost a significant amount of weight by the time of their diagnosis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding why weight loss occurs and how to manage it is an important part of cancer care. Read on to learn everything you need to know about cancer and weight loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenido\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Palanca<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#What_Is_Unintentional_Weight_Loss_and_Can_It_Be_a_Sign_of_Cancer\" >What Is Unintentional Weight Loss and Can It Be a Sign of Cancer?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#Why_Does_Cancer_Cause_Weight_Loss\" >Why Does Cancer Cause Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#Factors_Contributing_to_Weight_Loss_in_Cancer\" >Factors Contributing to Weight Loss in Cancer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#1_Loss_of_Appetite\" >1. Loss of Appetite<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#2_Tumor_Location\" >2. Tumor Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#3_Side_Effects_of_Cancer_Treatments\" >3. Side Effects of Cancer Treatments<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#Cancers_Most_Commonly_Associated_With_Weight_Loss\" >Cancers Most Commonly Associated With Weight Loss\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#Managing_and_Treating_Cancer-Related_Weight_Loss\" >Managing and Treating Cancer-Related Weight Loss\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#1_Nutritional_Support\" >1. Nutritional Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#2_Exercise\" >2. Exercise\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#3_Medications\" >3. Medications<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#When_Should_You_See_a_Healthcare_Provider\" >When Should You See a Healthcare Provider?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/cancer\/cancer-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know\/#Key_Takeaway\" >Conclusi\u00f3n clave<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Unintentional_Weight_Loss_and_Can_It_Be_a_Sign_of_Cancer\"><\/span>What Is Unintentional Weight Loss and Can It Be a Sign of Cancer?\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unintentional weight loss refers to losing weight without dieting or exercising. Clinically, a loss of more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/managing-cancer\/side-effects\/eating-problems\/weight-changes.html\">5% of your body<\/a> weight in a year without trying or a loss of more than 3 pounds in a week can be a sign of a serious problem, especially in cases of cancer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to a study, around <a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00520-019-04797-y?cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_source=commission_junction&amp;utm_campaign=CONR_BOOKS_ECOM_GL_PBOK_06YUE_GL_ALWYS_DEEPLINK&amp;utm_content=textlink&amp;utm_term=PID100090071&amp;CJEVENT=be1eafbf5d0011f180cf00c30a18b8fc\">31 to 87 percent&nbsp;<\/a>of people with cancer reported unintentional weight loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, many people with cancer can lose weight due to several other factors, like loss of appetite, side effects of cancer treatments, or other underlying health problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_Cancer_Cause_Weight_Loss\"><\/span>Why Does Cancer Cause Weight Loss?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people with cancer lose weight because the cancer changes how the body uses energy. As the cancer cells grow and divide rapidly, they use a large amount of energy. In addition, cancer releases certain chemicals (i.e., cytokines) that increase inflammation and alter normal metabolism.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These inflammatory cytokines increase the metabolic rate and make the body use more energy than normal. When this happens, the body starts breaking down stored fat and muscle to meet its energy needs. Over time, this leads to weight loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clinically, this type of cancer-related weight loss is called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/treatment\/side-effects\/cancer-cachexia\">cancer cachexia<\/a>. People with cancer cachexia often expend more energy than they consume and experience metabolic changes that promote muscle and fat loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cancer cachexia affects 50% of people with cancer and is particularly common in advanced stages, affecting up to 75% of people with late-stage (stage IV) cancer. Symptoms may include unintentional weight loss, fatigue and weakness, reduced appetite, anemia, and frequent infections.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Contributing_to_Weight_Loss_in_Cancer\"><\/span>Factors Contributing to Weight Loss in Cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other than cancer-related metabolic changes, there are several other factors that may contribute to weight loss when you have cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Loss_of_Appetite\"><\/span>1. Loss of Appetite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people with cancer often lose their appetite or feel full only after eating a small meal. Loss of appetite can occur for several reasons, such as inflammation, changes in appetite-regulating hormones, or psychological concerns related to illness, like depression, nausea, stress, or pain. The reduced food intake due to these causes naturally leads to weight loss over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Tumor_Location\"><\/span>2. Tumor Location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some cases, people with stomach, esophagus, small bowel, or pancreatic cancer have difficulty eating or digesting food properly. Tumors in these locations interfere with swallowing, digestion, or nutrient absorption.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if a person eats, nutrients may not be fully absorbed or utilized by the body, leading to rapid weight loss as the body starts to break down stored muscle and fat to obtain energy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"call-to-action-2f1e056d06b8a29944e95163de262c12\" style=\"\" class=\"ct_call_to_action\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"block-wrap cta\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"block-column\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta_headings\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"cta__heading\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tObtenga asistencia financiera\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"cta_btn\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#form\">Programar una consulta<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Side_Effects_of_Cancer_Treatments\"><\/span>3. Side Effects of Cancer Treatments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Surgery and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/treatment\/side-effects\/appetite-loss\">cancer treatments<\/a> like radiation and chemotherapy, and opioids, can contribute to weight loss by causing side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, mouth sores, or taste changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These side effects usually reduce appetite and food intake and make it harder for cancer patients to maintain weight during the treatment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancers_Most_Commonly_Associated_With_Weight_Loss\"><\/span>Cancers Most Commonly Associated With Weight Loss\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the tumor type, weight loss can occur in <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/jpat\/fulltext\/2011\/15030\/cancer_cachexia.3.aspx\">30 to 80%<\/a> of cancer patients. Patients with upper gastrointestinal cancers&nbsp;(especially pancreatic or gastric cancers) are more likely to experience weight loss compared with those who have breast cancer, sarcomas, thyroid cancer, non-Hodgkin&#8217;s lymphoma, or prostate cancer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, because organs in the upper gastrointestinal tract are directly involved in eating, swallowing, digestion, or metabolism, tumors in these areas can significantly affect body weight. In addition, some other cancers (e.g., lung cancer) can also lead to weight loss due to metabolic changes in the body.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are some types of cancers that may contribute to weight loss in both early and advanced stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stomach (gastric) cancer\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Esophagus cancer\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Head and neck cancer\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colorectal cancer\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not everyone with these cancers will experience weight loss. If you notice unexplained weight changes or any other concerning symptoms, it is best to consult your healthcare provider for proper evaluation and diagnosis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Managing_and_Treating_Cancer-Related_Weight_Loss\"><\/span>Managing and Treating Cancer-Related Weight Loss\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good nutrition, exercise, and medications can help manage cancer-related weight loss (cachexia).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Nutritional_Support\"><\/span>1. Nutritional Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie.jpg\" alt=\"Cancer patient worried about weight loss drinking a green smoothie\" class=\"wp-image-28576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie.jpg 420w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-86x57.jpg 86w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-167x111.jpg 167w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-280x187.jpg 280w, https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/drinking-smoothie-370x247.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nutrition plays an important role in cancer care and recovery. Your healthcare provider may advise you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eat small, frequent meals every 2 to 3 hours (about 5 or 6 per day).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat high-protein and high-calorie foods such as avocados, peanut butter, nuts, and yogurt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include healthy fats such as nuts, seeds, and oils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add whole milk to hot or cold cereal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drink milkshakes, smoothies, juices, or soups if you do not feel like eating solid foods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use whole milk or yogurt for milkshakes or smoothies to increase calories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sip on nutrition supplement drinks (e.g., Ensure and Boost) between meals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay well hydrated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have difficulty chewing or swallowing, or if your gastrointestinal system is not working or cannot be used, you may receive <a href=\"https:\/\/ameripharmaspecialty.com\/es\/tpn\/nutricion-parenteral-total-npt-frente-a-alimentacion-por-sonda-en-que-se-diferencian\/\">enteral feeding or intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy<\/a>. These therapies help to fulfill the body&#8217;s nutritional requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"call-to-action-96d05341ae221e748bd91940ef0f283d\" style=\"\" class=\"ct_call_to_action\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"block-wrap cta\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"block-column\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta_headings\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"cta__heading\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHabla con un especialista \t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"cta__sub__heading\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAcerca de la asistencia para copagos\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"cta_btn\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"tel:8777780318\">(877) 778-0318<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Exercise\"><\/span>2. Exercise\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just like nutrition, light physical activity, such as walking or stretching, can help you maintain muscle mass and improve appetite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Medications\"><\/span>3. Medications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your healthcare provider may prescribe some medications based on the cause of your weight loss. For instance, if you&#8217;re experiencing cancer treatment-related side effects like reduced appetite, nausea, or vomiting, your healthcare provider or registered nurse may recommend the following medicines:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Appetite stimulants (megestrol acetate, corticosteroids) to increase\u00a0appetite\u00a0and weight gain\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Metoclopramide or dronabinol to ease nausea and vomiting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These medications are not appropriate for everyone and should only be used under the supervision of an oncology healthcare provider.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_You_See_a_Healthcare_Provider\"><\/span>When Should You See a Healthcare Provider?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact your healthcare provider if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lose more than 5% of your body weight without trying<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience persistent loss of appetite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have difficulty swallowing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notice ongoing nausea, vomiting, or digestive problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop unexplained fatigue along with weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaway\"><\/span>Conclusi\u00f3n clave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your weight can fluctuate for various reasons. But rapid or unintentional weight loss without trying could be a sign of developing cancer. Some cancers, such as pancreatic, esophageal, lung, and stomach cancers, may cause weight loss in their early stages, even before other symptoms become noticeable. Therefore, it is important to always consult your healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation, as it could help diagnose the cancer earlier when there&#8217;s a chance for more effective treatment.&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>La p\u00e9rdida de peso involuntaria puede tener muchas causas, incluido el c\u00e1ncer. De hecho, es m\u00e1s frecuente en personas a las que posteriormente se les diagnostica c\u00e1ncer. 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