Leena Dasgupta Leena Dasgupta Asked 7 months ago

Can skin cancer cause weight loss?

Losing weight without trying, and a few weeks ago, I found a suspicious patch on my skin. I know some cancers cause weight loss, but can skin cancer also lead to it?

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Asha Lata Asha Lata Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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For healthy weight, drinking warm water with lemon in the morning is great, but unexplained weight loss is a serious matter. While early skin cancer doesn't cause it, advanced stages of any cancer can. Please don't try home remedies for this and see a doctor immediately.

Rajesh Sharma Rajesh Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Look, if you are losing weight without trying, don't just sit there. Early-stage skin cancer usually doesn't affect weight, but advanced stages might. The most practical thing is to get a routine blood test and show it to a general physician first.

Deepali Deshmukh Deepali Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan na, weight loss randomly ho raha hai toh hum darr jaate hain. Generally normal skin cancer se weight loss nahi hota, par agar advanced ho toh ho sakta hai. Doctor ko dikhana hi sabse best hai, please appointment le lo.

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Swami Chaitanya Swami Chaitanya Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Unexplained weight loss can sometimes be due to high stress or metabolic changes, but in rare cases, advanced illness. While daily Kapalbhati and a clean diet keep the body strong, you must consult a modern medical practitioner to find the real cause of this weight loss.

Sandeep Paul Sandeep Paul Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Please don't worry too much, but yes, unexpected weight loss is something a doctor should evaluate. It's usually not linked to early skin cancer, but getting a professional opinion will help ease your mind.

Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Listen, don't jump to conclusions and think it's cancer. Sudden weight loss can happen due to thyroid, stress, or diet changes, though advanced skin cancer is a rare possibility. Let's not guess—just book an appointment with a doctor and get a basic health panel done, okay?

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Abhinav Goel Abhinav Goel Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't believe anyone online saying some herbal juice will fix unexplained weight loss or skin spots. If you are dropping weight without dieting, it could be a sign of something serious, including advanced systemic issues. Go verify this with a proper doctor immediately.

Meenakshi Iyer Meenakshi Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My elders always say that sudden weight loss means the body is fighting something internally. While early skin cancer is mostly localized and doesn't cause weight changes, advanced cases can. It is best to trust a doctor and get a thorough health checkup done.

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