10. Unexplained Weight Loss: When the Scale Tells a Different Story
Losing weight is often seen as a positive outcome, especially in a society obsessed with fitness and appearances. However, when weight loss happens without a clear reason, it might warrant a closer look, especially if other symptoms of cystic hygroma are present.
Unexplained weight loss is a curious symptom. On one hand, it can provide an ego boost; on the other, it sows seeds of uncertainty. You haven’t changed your diet or increased your physical activities, so why are the pounds dropping off? The unsettling reality is that your body might be expending extra energy combating an underlying issue—like cystic hygroma.
The mechanism behind this is somewhat paradoxical. While cystic hygromas are generally non-malignant, they can place stress on the body’s systems, leading to metabolic changes that induce weight loss. In essence, your body might be working harder than it should be, burning calories at an unsustainable rate.(10)
