HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Significant Weight Loss, Hair Loss, Metallic Taste In Mouth, Insomnia. Thyroid Normal. What Is It ?

I am female, 52, 5 6 , and weigh 110 lbs after having lost 10 lbs in the last 8 weeks without intention. I am losing hair at a significant rate and have a metallic taste in my mouth most of the time. I also have shoulder and hip pain and have insomnia . I have had a recent test for Thyroid function and iron deficiency both with normal results. What could be going on?
Mon, 15 Apr 2013
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Hi there ~

You may have anxiety and depression and insomnia is common to both these conditions. I advise you to consult a psychiatrist. Micronutrient deficiency will cause you to have significant weight loss, hair loss and metallic taste in your mouth. You need to see a nutritionist to help with the same. Also treating anxiety and depression or just insomnia may improve your condition. Please have an endocrinological evaluation if you feel like there may be more to the issue than just these above conditions. I hope this helped.

Take care and have a lovely day!
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Iron deficiency


Loading Online Doctors....
Significant Weight Loss, Hair Loss, Metallic Taste In Mouth, Insomnia. Thyroid Normal. What Is It ?

Hi there ~ You may have anxiety and depression and insomnia is common to both these conditions. I advise you to consult a psychiatrist. Micronutrient deficiency will cause you to have significant weight loss, hair loss and metallic taste in your mouth. You need to see a nutritionist to help with the same. Also treating anxiety and depression or just insomnia may improve your condition. Please have an endocrinological evaluation if you feel like there may be more to the issue than just these above conditions. I hope this helped. Take care and have a lovely day!