Lack of Appetite: Causes & Solutions

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the issue of lack of appetite and associated nausea experienced by a participant over the past six days. The conversation explores potential causes, including sleep deprivation and stress, and suggests seeking medical advice.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports a significant decrease in appetite, feeling hungry but experiencing nausea when attempting to eat.
  • Another participant suggests that sleep deprivation may be a contributing factor, sharing personal experiences of similar symptoms linked to lack of sleep.
  • A different participant raises the possibility of a thyroid problem, referencing a family member's similar symptoms.
  • Several participants recommend seeing a doctor due to the duration of the symptoms and the potential for underlying health issues.
  • There is mention of stress as a possible factor affecting appetite and overall well-being.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of seeking medical advice, but there are varying opinions on the potential causes of the symptoms, including sleep deprivation, stress, and possible thyroid issues. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the exact cause of the participant's symptoms.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of medical expertise among participants and the absence of a thorough examination of the participant's health history or other symptoms that may be relevant.

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Gaaahhhhhhhh. For the past 6 days or so I haven't been able to eat more than two tiny portions a day. When I say tiny portions I mean around 400 calories each. I feel hungry, but the moment I start eating something, I start feeling nauseous and don't want any more food.

The only thing I can think of is that I have gotten very very little sleep in this past week. However, I've been sleep deprived for two weeks straight without losing my appetite many times in the past. I want to be able to eat without feeling like I am going to throw up... I'll be able to catch up on my sleep in the next few days.

FYI, I'm a pretty active person and am not overweight. Grrr this is annoying.
 
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Go see a doctor, moose!
 
moose said:
Gaaahhhhhhhh. For the past 6 days or so I haven't been able to eat more than two tiny portions a day. When I say tiny portions I mean around 400 calories each. I feel hungry, but the moment I start eating something, I start feeling nauseous and don't want any more food.

The only thing I can think of is that I have gotten very very little sleep in this past week. However, I've been sleep deprived for two weeks straight without losing my appetite many times in the past. I want to be able to eat without feeling like I am going to throw up... I'll be able to catch up on my sleep in the next few days.

FYI, I'm a pretty active person and am not overweight. Grrr this is annoying.

It usually happens to me. Sleeping less is the problem. I feel awfully sick and don't feel like eating or doing any manual tasks (walking, moving arms, talking, seeing people.. ). And, I get really inactive.

It will go away (in few hours) once all the tensions, work are gone ..
 
rootX said:
manual tasks (walking, moving arms, talking, seeing people.. )

heehee. Damn, I'm so tired. I just don't have the strength to do something like talk or see.
 
moose said:
Gaaahhhhhhhh. For the past 6 days or so I haven't been able to eat more than two tiny portions a day. When I say tiny portions I mean around 400 calories each. I feel hungry, but the moment I start eating something, I start feeling nauseous and don't want any more food.

The only thing I can think of is that I have gotten very very little sleep in this past week. However, I've been sleep deprived for two weeks straight without losing my appetite many times in the past. I want to be able to eat without feeling like I am going to throw up... I'll be able to catch up on my sleep in the next few days.

FYI, I'm a pretty active person and am not overweight. Grrr this is annoying.


You may have a thyroid problem. Whenever my brother eats he gets a gagging feeling. I'm not sure if that makes him feel like he's bound to throw up or not, but I find it hard not to have that feeling. Like Lisa said, go see a doctor.
 
Go see a doctor if it's already been six days moose, no telling what it could be.
 
Yep, since we can't offer diagnoses here, I have to concur with the advice to see a doctor. Six days is too long to be feeling nauseous and unable to eat without any other signs of illness. Could be anything from the sleep deprivation and stress to ulcers.
 

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