3. Weight Loss: The Involuntary Slim Down
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We all experience variations in our weight. Whether due to dietary choices, exercise habits, or even stress, a pound here or there is nothing out of the ordinary. But with MCL, the weight loss scenario is different and can be a silent alarm bell ringing.
It isn’t a simple loss of appetite leading to a minor weight reduction. It’s a consistent, substantial decrease in weight over a short timeframe, often without any notable changes to diet or activity levels. This unintentional weight loss isn’t always immediately linked to MCL, making it an easily overlooked symptom.
Why would MCL cause this kind of weight loss? One theory suggests that cancer cells consume a significant portion of the body’s energy supply. (3)
