I am glad your doc cleared him of severe probs...but make sure his diet is causing it! Celiac disease, gluten intolerance, lactose intolerance and a lack of intestinal flora can cause some of these issues. I would say also diabetes, but your doc probably thought of that. If he is excessively urinating and drinking a lot of water then I would still suspect diabetes. Teens don't ususally lose weight, but may thin out in growth spurts of height...especially boys. I would not let this go uninvestigated. Another possibility? Thyroid--graves disease. Overactive thyroid to be precise. Check out EVERYTHING.
Thanks so much for your comment. Our family doctor ran all the "normal" tests and some others, then referred us to an oncologist to rule out leukemia since he lost an additional six pounds between appointments. The Oncologist also did a thorough exam and although there was a slight increase in one of his blood levels he thinks it's stress.
It's been a few months now and my son is once again interested in golf. He has not been able to gain any weight, even with nutritional supplements, but he has a little more energy. He's on "reprieve" until next month to see if he can put on some weight, so we are in the terrible "wait and watch" stage.
Many thanks again for your kind message - IIf I find out anything definitive I'll post. Blessings.
Thanks so much for your comment. Our family doctor ran all the "normal" tests and some others, then referred us to an oncologist to rule out leukemia since he lost an additional six pounds between appointments. The Oncologist also did a thorough exam and although there was a slight increase in one of his blood levels he thinks it's stress.
It's been a few months now and my son is once again interested in golf. He has not been able to gain any weight, even with nutritional supplements, but he has a little more energy. He's on "reprieve" until next month to see if he can put on some weight, so we are in the terrible "wait and watch" stage.
Many thanks again for your kind message - IIf I find out anything definitive I'll post. Blessings.
The Dr. appointment is a great start! Please let us know what they say. I'm not even going to say "don't worry" because I know i would be worried. Next Thursday needs to hurry and get here! Until then, ((hugs))!
What happened with your son what did doctor have to say? His weight loss isn't normal that's for sure. How is he doing today?