Cancerwise

Losing weight when you’re not trying to can be frustrating. But it may also be cause for concern.

Cachexia, sometimes called wasting syndrome, is a syndrome characterized by unintentional weight loss and a significant loss of muscle. It could be a sign of cancer or a side effect of cancer treatment. Or, it could be caused by other health conditions. The sooner cachexia in cancer patients is diagnosed and treated, the better their...