Should I see a doctor for loss of appetite?

A person should see a doctor if they are vomiting for more than a day and have a complete loss of appetite. People with serious medical conditions may experience a loss of appetite that can be due to the illness itself or as a side effect of treatments, such as chemotherapy treatment for cancers.

What is the best medicine for loss of appetite?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved these prescription appetite suppressants:

• Diethylpropion (Tenuate dospan®).
• Liraglutide (Saxenda®).
• Naltrexone-bupropion (Contrave®).
• Phendimetrazine (Prelu-2®).
• Phentermine (Pro-Fast®).
• Phentermine/topiramate (Qsymia®).

What can help me get my appetite back?

If you are struggling with eating full meals on a regular basis, check out these nine tips to gain back your appetite.

1. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. PIN IT.
2. Eat your favorite foods. PIN IT.
3. Add spices into your meals. PIN IT.
4. Exercise more. PIN IT.
5. Make eating exciting.
6. Drink water.
7. Use large plates.
8. Don’t drink while eating.

What kind of doctor do I see for weight gain?

Some healthcare providers specialize in treating obese or overweight people. These healthcare providers are called bariatric healthcare providers or bariatricians. Some of these healthcare providers may also be bariatric surgeons.

Why am I hungry but I don’t want to eat?

For most people, it may happen during hotter months. When you lose excessive body water through sweat, you may feel you are hungry, but, at the same time, may not want to eat. We all have bad days and feel sad. Depression or sadness for longer periods can lead to the absence of appetite.

Can an endocrinologist help with weight gain?

An endocrinologist can very often help you reverse weight gain that is associated with hormonal imbalances. Potentially useful interventions include lifestyle changes such as exercise, diet modification, or stress management, as well as treatments such as testosterone or thyroid hormone replacement.

Can my GP help me gain weight?

Once the cause of your weight loss has been found, your GP can give you advice about making changes to your diet, sometimes with the help of a dietitian. The type of food you’ll need to eat to put on weight will depend on what’s causing you to be underweight.

How do I gain an appetite?

The following tips may help increase appetite and improve interest in eating:

1. Get plenty of rest.
2. Exercise lightly before meals to stimulate appetite.
3. Select enjoyable foods and foods that have a pleasant aroma.
4. Plan meals the day before eating them.
5. Stay well hydrated.
6. Aim for 6-8 small meals and snacks per day.

What should I do if I have a lack of appetite?

See a doctor. If your poor appetite persists you should consider seeing a doctor. If he or she feels that your appetite is negatively impacting your health, they may prescribe you with an appetite inducing medication, such as megestrol or Marinol, which should help you to develop a healthy appetite.

What is the best medication to increase appetite?

Drug therapies to stimulate appetite 1 Dronabinol (Marinol) 2 Megestrol (Megace) 3 Oxandrolone (Oxandrin) 4 Off-label medications

How can I increase my appetite after weight loss?

Explore Medication Options. If dietary measures fail to reverse weight loss, ask your health provider about medications that are known to stimulate the appetite. These include Megace (megestrol acetate), Reglan (metoclopramide), and cannabinoids such as medical marijuana and Marinol (dronabinol).

Is an increase in appetite good or bad?

Although many people consider an increase in appetite to be negative, some people may need to stimulate their desire to eat. Certain conditions — such as cancer, psychological conditions, and aging — can lead to unintentional weight loss due to decreased appetite.