Schema for Unintentional Weight Loss - Differential Diagnosis Framework
Weight Loss without Inflammation:
• Decreased Intake: Food Insecurity, Anorexia, Depression, Dementia
• Chronic Disease: COPD, Cirrhosis, ESRD
• Malabsorption: SIBO, pancreatitis, Celiac
• Discomfort: Dysphagia, Mesenteric ischemia
• Endocrine / Meds: Hyperthyroid, DM, AI, Antidepressants, Synthroid
Weight Loss from Inflammation:
• Malignancy
• Autoimmune
• Infection
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