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Cachexia (Wasting Syndrome): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Cachexia is a serious condition marked by involuntary weight loss, muscle wasting, and metabolic changes, often seen in people with advanced chronic illnesses such as cancer and heart failure . It affects up to 80% of patients with advanced cancer and is directly responsible for about 20% of cancer-related deaths . Despite adequate nutrition, cachexia cannot be fully reversed by conventional dietary support, making early diagnosis and comprehensive management essential .