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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Loss of Appetite
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
Diagnosis starts with a history and physical exam. This may be all that is needed to make the diagnosis. In other cases, further tests will be needed.
The specific tests ordered depend on the suspected cause. For instance, blood tests can help diagnose diabetes, hormone imbalances, and liver disease. Urine tests can help diagnose kidney infections or pregnancy. X-ray tests, such as a chest x-ray to look for pneumonia or lung cancer, may be needed in some cases. Other tests are also possible in certain cases.