Symptom combination
Fever and Weight Loss
30 conditions commonly cause both fever and weight loss in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Pneumoconiosis associated with tuberculosis
Emergency
persistent cough with blood, severe breathlessness, night sweats, weight loss
ℹ️ immediately
Unspecified B-cell lymphoma, spleen
Serious
left upper belly swelling, abdominal fullness, fatigue, unexplained weight loss
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Serious
persistent fever, weight loss, chronic diarrhea, night sweats
ℹ️ immediately for testing and treatment initiation
Plasmacytosis
Moderate
fatigue, bone pain, frequent infections, fever
ℹ️ within 1-2 weeks
Castleman disease
Serious
enlarged lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, weight loss
ℹ️ within 1 week
Other histiocytosis syndromes
Serious
fever, rash, enlarged liver and spleen, bone pain
ℹ️ within 48 hours
Malignant neoplasm of gallbladder
Serious
upper right abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes, nausea and vomiting, unexplained weight loss
ℹ️ within 2-3 days if symptoms present
Pyothorax with fistula
Serious
chest pain, fever, shortness of breath, cough with pus
ℹ️ immediately
Frequently asked questions
What causes fever and weight loss together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Pneumoconiosis associated with tuberculosis, Unspecified B-cell lymphoma, spleen, Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease, Plasmacytosis, Castleman disease.
When should I see a doctor for fever and weight loss?
See a doctor within 24 hours if symptoms are severe,
persistent beyond 2 days, or worsening. Call 112 for any emergency.
Important: This is general health information only — not medical advice.
Always consult a qualified doctor. Emergency: call 112.
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