Is rapid weight loss always a sign of advanced cancer?

In 4 months I've lost 47lbs. As time has gone on the weight loss has became more rapid despite eating normally. I'm currently losing an average of half a pound a day.

 

is drastic weight loss like this always a sign of advanced cancer? Or is there hope that it could still potentially be in the early stages? I'm not diagnosed yet but I honestly know in my heart of hearts that there's cancer in my body. Due to the coronavirus situation I've been passed from pillar to post and it's been left for so long I'm so so worried. I have a telephone consultation on Wednesday with the gastroenterologist and I hope they will offer extensive testing.

 

but, is there any hope this isn't advanced? Thank you

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  • Hi I was diagnosed in May 2019 with advanced breast cancer spread in lungs liver and kidney.Before I was diagnosed I ate normal and even now I have no problems with my appetite and didnt loose any weight.So i cant answer your question.Luckily chemo works and my liver and kidney are clear.

    Denise

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  • Hi I was diagnosed in May 2019 with advanced breast cancer spread in lungs liver and kidney.Before I was diagnosed I ate normal and even now I have no problems with my appetite and didnt loose any weight.So i cant answer your question.Luckily chemo works and my liver and kidney are clear.

    Denise

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