@tonybishop
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Tony replied to the topic Why do IPF patients lose weight and how to help in the forum Join the Discussion: Welcome to all PF/IPF Patients 1 month, 1 week ago
Thank you Christie. I am not too worried about my gradual weight loss. My bmi is too high anyway and after two hips being replaced a number of years ago, some less weight takes the load off major joints. I will follow your advice on nutrition needs. Tony.
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Tony replied to the topic Why do IPF patients lose weight and how to help in the forum Join the Discussion: Welcome to all PF/IPF Patients 1 month, 1 week ago
We were told at a Better breathing class this week, that weight loss can be because of poor breathing. Lack of oxygen starves the muscles and to make this up the body tends to absorb firstly fat and then muscle condition. I imagine that diarrhea also can have some effect, as nutrient is lost from the body system. My weight and muscle condition has…[Read more]
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Tony became a registered member 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Welcome to the PF forums Tony, we’re glad you found us.