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Unintentional Weight Loss

Although you don't have the typical symptoms of fat malabsorption, you may have a problem absorbing other nutrients. Celiac disease is quite common, especially in people of European ancestry. A simple blood test is the first step in screening for celiac disease.

Before contacting your doctor, let's explore some other possibilities for weight loss and decreased appetite.

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Online Medical Reviewer: LeWine, Howard MD
Date Last Reviewed: 8/3/2006
Date Last Modified: 6/27/2006

Source: from Harvard Health Decision Guides, Harvard Health Publications, Copyright © 2007 by President and Fellows of Harvard College. All rights reserved. Used with permission of StayWell.
 
 
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