65.7k views
5 votes
during the periods of weight loss or during a wasting disease, such as cancer, the body is in a(n) state.

1 Answer

4 votes

“cachexia,” which is characterized by increased metabolism, loss of skeletal muscle, fatigue, loss of appetite, and decreased quality of life. Cachexia is very common in patients with incurable cancer.

User Douglas Correa
by
5.8k points