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Losing Body Mass. Negative HIV. What Is Going On?

Well I ve been reallyconcern for my Heath that it has driven me to the brink. It started about 6 months ago when I started losing muscle mass at the age of 54. I ve taken an HIV test and neg, but my body seems like it is fading away. Went to my MD he sent a blood test out and awaiting results but still feel like crap everyday. Please help
Wed, 26 Mar 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello

I have studied your case

As per your symptoms there is possibility of malabsorption syndrome which can be confirmed by fine aspiration cytology [FNAC].
I will advise to check your B 12 and Liver function test via blood.

As you are losing your weight there is possibility of malignancy so I will advise you to do PET scan to detect any abnormality in early stage if your FNAC comes normal.

Till time continue your medication.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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Losing Body Mass. Negative HIV. What Is Going On?

Hello I have studied your case As per your symptoms there is possibility of malabsorption syndrome which can be confirmed by fine aspiration cytology [FNAC]. I will advise to check your B 12 and Liver function test via blood. As you are losing your weight there is possibility of malignancy so I will advise you to do PET scan to detect any abnormality in early stage if your FNAC comes normal. Till time continue your medication. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care