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- 1. REGISTER FOR MEDICAL EXAMINATION banner image Beware of abnormal weight loss in the elderly Share: Unusual weight loss without applying any weight loss measures is worth noting, especially in the elderly, it can be a warning sign of disease risk. Therefore, all cases of abnormal weight loss in the elderly need to be carefully examined. 1. What is abnormal weight loss in the elderly? Maintaining a healthy weight in healthy individuals can be influenced by many factors such as diet, exercise, or medical conditions. When entering the age of 60 or older, body weight gradually decreases, averaging about 0.5% of body weight per year due to the decrease in muscle mass, increase in adipose tissue, and gradual decrease in bone tissue. To determine if you have abnormal weight loss, the first thing is to periodically check your weight. If the body loses 5-10% of body weight in 1-12 months, or loses 2.25kg within 3 months without applying any weight loss measures such as reducing eating, increasing exercise. .. then it is abnormal weight loss. Many studies have shown that rapid weight loss in the elderly is also associated with an increased risk of disease and increased mortality. Therefore, you should not be subjective when you see your weight decrease rapidly.