Loss Of Appetite Dementia
A decreased appetite is when you have a reduced desire to eat. The medical term for a loss of appetite is anorexia.
Alternative Names
Loss of appetite; Decreased appetite; Anorexia
Considerations
Any illness can affect a previously hearty appetite. If the illness is treatable, the appetite should return when the condition is cured.
Loss of appetite can cause unintentional
Common Causes
A decreased appetite is almost always seen among elderly...
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