Unexplained loss of muscle mass, known as Cachexia, is a complex metabolic disorder characterized by involuntary weight loss and muscle wasting. This often cannot be fully reversed with conventional nutrition support and leads to loss of body cell mass.
Some potential causes are:
- Chronic diseases like congestive heart failure, COPD, cancer or kidney disease
- Inflammation disrupting protein synthesis pathways
- Hormonal imbalances reducing anabolic stimuli for muscle growth
Signs and symptoms include:
- Weight loss without trying
- Muscle weakness affecting daily tasks
- Fatigue and lack of energy
- Loss of appetite
If you experience these, consult your doctor right away. They can run
lab tests to pinpoint potential causes like thyroid dysfunction or testosterone deficiency.
At Hormone Harmony Clinic,
we specialize in hormonal disorders behind cachexia. With customized hormone optimization therapy using bioidentical hormones, we can restore optimal testosterone, growth hormone and thyroid levels to reverse catabolic processes breaking down precious muscle.*
Treatment involves addressing underlying conditions, providing optimal nutrition and starting
anabolic therapies like:
- Testosterone replacement
- Growth hormone stimulation
- High calorie supplements
- Resistance training routines
The sooner treatment begins, the better chance of rebuilding
lean body mass. With comprehensive care, most patients see benefits within 3-6 months. Diet modifications like high protein and
creatine supplementation also aid muscle protein synthesis.
In summary, unexpected muscle wasting can result from complex factors like inflammation and hormone imbalance. Seek medical care right away for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.
With science-based care from places like Hormone Harmony Clinic, patients can counteract catabolic processes and support muscle anabolic pathways on a cellular level.