Symptoms and Signs: Bloody Sputum

exia is the medical term for general physical wasting with loss of weight and muscle mass due to a disease. This is also known as marasmus.

ref="https://www.emedicinehealth.com/weight_loss_and_control/article_em.htm" rel="emss" onclick="wmdTrack('embd-lnk');">Weight loss can be intentional, such as from dieting and exercise, or unintentional and be a manifestation of illness. Weight loss can result from a decrease in body fluid, muscle mass, or fat. A decrease in body fluid can come from medications, fluid loss, lack of fluid intake, or illnesses such as diabetes. A decrease in body fat can be intentionally caused by exercise and dieting, such as for overweight or obesity. Weight loss is normal after pregnancy.