cachexy

Example:The wasting disease left him severely undernourished and weak.

Definition:A reduction in body mass and muscle tissue, often associated with chronic illness or malnutrition.

Example:Malnutrition was a contributing factor to the rapid wasting of his body.

Definition:A condition where the body does not get enough nutrients to function properly, often leading to weight loss and muscular atrophy.

Example:Sarcopenia and cachexia often coexist, leading to a significant decline in the patient’s physical condition.

Definition:A condition of progressive muscle loss and weakness, particularly in the elderly, which can also be associated with chronic diseases and cachexia.