Sign 4: Unexplained Weight Loss
Weight fluctuations are a part of life. A few pounds here or there can be attributed to diet, exercise, or even stress. But when the scale starts showing a consistent drop without any apparent reason, it’s a cause for alarm. In HSTCL, unexplained weight loss can be one of the hallmark signs.
The weight loss journey with HSTCL is often silent. It starts subtly, maybe a pound or two every week, but over time, the cumulative loss becomes undeniable. Clothes start fitting looser, and energy levels dip, all without a clear explanation.
This isn’t weight loss stemming from a calorie deficit or rigorous exercise. The body, in its fight against HSTCL, might ramp up metabolism, inadvertently burning more calories. Furthermore, the disease can also impact appetite, either directly or through secondary symptoms like an enlarged liver or spleen. (4)
