Schema for Unintentional Weight Loss - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Weight Loss without Inflammation:

 • Decreased Intake: Food Insecurity, Anorexia, Depression, Dementia

 • Chronic Disease: COPD, Cirrhosis, ESRD

 • Malabsorption: SIBO, pancreatitis, Celiac

 • Discomfort: Dysphagia, Mesenteric ischemia

 • Endocrine / Meds: Hyperthyroid, DM, AI, Antidepressants, Synthroid

Weight Loss from Inflammation:

 • Malignancy

 • Autoimmune

 • Infection



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