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Article: Unexpected cause of weight loss and iron deficiency anemia: the patient reported a voracious appetite, but a 15-lb weight loss over the preceding three months prompted a diagnostic quest.(The Geriatric Patient)
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- April 1, 2008
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At 80 years of age, Mr. H resided in an assisted-living facility, where I visited him monthly. He enjoyed music and literature but was particularly fond of history, and I often found him researching various topics of historical significance on his laptop computer. Despite having congestive heart failure, emphysema, and coronary artery disease, Mr. H remained active and interested in his varied intellectual pursuits.
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1 During a recent visit, I became concerned when Mr. H mentioned increasing fatigue over the previous two months. Moreover, he was losing weight despite what he claimed was a voracious ...
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