It can because a patient does not feel like eating. However, more often, patients gain weight from steroids used to help them breathe, or from fluid retention if the person has Heart disease. But even if a person gains weight, they still may be deficient in nutrition.
Because emphysema reduce the oxygen perfusion (transfer) from alveoli into the blood thus also reduce the oxygen supply to the muscle and organ. Reduce the oxygen delivery to the periphery cause weight loss and thus they (emphysema patient) look thin.
Megace (megestrol acetate) is a medication primarily used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in certain conditions, such as cancer and AIDS. While it is not directly linked to causing COPD or emphysema, some side effects, like fluid retention and weight gain, could potentially exacerbate existing respiratory issues in susceptible individuals. However, there is no substantial evidence to suggest that Megace directly causes COPD or emphysema. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice.
Tenex is a blood pressure medicine and has not been shown to cause weight loss. Just the opposite, it has been known to cause weight gain.
The only way tobacco can cause weight loss is if you chain smoke & don't eat.
An over active thyroid can cause weight loss an underactive thyroid can cause weight gain
It does
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No.
Yes, rapid weight loss can cause adrenal fatigue. It can be extremely dangerous.
micropill can cause gain weight
Through loss of appetite; yes.
Some patients with vasculitic neuropathy will experience weight loss