Loss of appetite ???

[Speedy1995]

Hi guys,

I've recently within the last week had a massive loss in appetite where I usually ate around 2000-2500 calories a day, I am now down to easily less than 750. I have had this feeling in my stomach kind of like butterflies but with hunger as well. It's weird I can make a slice of toast but I feel full after a couple of bites which is really odd. I haven't really got any stresses in life that could cause this so I'm staring to wonder if this a sign of something serious.

[Hoofy]

A quick google...
Searches related to losing appetite for no reason
Anorexia - An emotional disorder characterized by an obsessive desire to lose weight by refusing to eat
Depression - Severe despondency and dejection, typically felt over a period of time and accompanied by feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy
Anorexia nervosa - An eating disorder characterized by extremely low body weight, distorted body image and an obsessive fear of gaining weight.
Pregnancy - Condition or period of being pregnant
Stress - Cause mental or emotional strain or tension in

When did you last have your period?

[Hoofy]

On a serious note, it could be cancer but I wouldn't jump to that conclusion immediately. Bear in mind that it's warmer these days and if you're used to eating hot, bulky food, this may be a reason why you're losing your appetite.

Also, you say you count calories - are you getting frustrated that you're not losing weight quickly enough?

[Speedy1995]

I'm not a woman mate. Yeah I am trying to loose a bit but I have just made it a habit to count calories as it kind of helps keep track on what I,m eating etc. I've just had a family member recently pass away from pancreatic cancer so that's the big thing on my mind to be honest. But the thing is it has been about four weeks since the funeral so I would have though it would have occurred sooner. I've never had it before so I'm kind of freaked out by it.

[Hoofy]

I guessed you weren't a woman.

Did the funeral make you feel sad/depressed? You can lose your appetite when you're feeling depressed.

[Speedy1995]

I always have this mechanism in me where I just numb at a traumatic event. I've seen some pretty strong stuff but have just stood or sat there blank where others would be crying there eyes out. It happens for both happy and sad occasions. I kind of feel lucky as it means I can support people without getting emotional etc. Because it was a 12 month deterioration for him and not a sudden event I think I came to terms with it over a longer amount of time than if it was sudden.

[Hoofy]

Speedy1995 said:

I always have this mechanism in me where I just numb at a traumatic event. I've seen some pretty strong stuff but have just stood or sat there blank where others would be crying there eyes out. It happens for both happy and sad occasions. I kind of feel lucky as it means I can support people without getting emotional etc. Because it was a 12 month deterioration for him and not a sudden event I think I came to terms with it over a longer amount of time than if it was sudden.

It is possible that you're not entirely in touch with your feelings and your lack of appetite is just a symptom of the problem. I'd speak to a doctor about it, though, as you never know - it could be something serious medically.

[Speedy1995]

O.K. thanks for the advice. This is really starting to fkin worry me now I'm going to chill for a couple of days and spend time with people. If I still feel like this I'm going to have to see doc.

[Hoofy]

Speedy1995 said:

O.K. thanks for the advice. This is really starting to fkin worry me now I'm going to chill for a couple of days and spend time with people. If I still feel like this I'm going to have to see doc.

Book an appointment - you can always cancel it if things improve. Let us know how you get on.

[monthefish]

Speedy1995 said:

I've just had a family member recently pass away from pancreatic cancer so that's the big thing on my mind to be honest.

Speedy1995 said:

I'm kind of freaked out by it.

Speedy1995 said:

This is really starting to fkin worry me now

Perhaps you're suffering from health anxiety (more specifically cancer anxiety), which would be understandable in the circumstances as anxiety will very quickly suppress appetite (realted to the 'flight-or-fight response I believe).

ETA It might be a sign of something more serious, but it could be any number of things, and so it's a big leap to go from 'loss of appetitite' to 'life threatening condition', especially given the circumstances of the very recent loss of a family member (sorry for your loss BTW) which will make you far more 'on edge' about such things.

Edited by monthefish on Wednesday 3rd July 16:34

[Speedy1995]

Now it's been a few day's I thought i'd post back. Things are much much better. I'm eating three full meals a day. I still have a slight loss in appetite but I imagine this is because my body is now re adjusting to eating regularly again. Thanks for the support guys. :-) :-) :-)

[Hoofy]