1 Adding a basement to an existing house can cost $30,000-$70,000 or more, depending on the size of the existing crawlspace or half-basement or if the house is on a slab foundation, and how much of the work is do-it-yourself and how much is done by contractors. Adding a basement to an existing house can cost $30,000-$70,000 or more, depending on the size of the existing crawlspace or half-basement or if the house is on a slab foundation, and how much of the work is do-it-yourself and how much is done by contractors.
Less common causes of unexpected weight loss. Less frequently, unexpected weight loss may be the result of: 1  the side effects of certain medications. 2  alcohol misuse or drug misuse. 3  heart, kidney, lung or liver disease. 4  a problem with the glands that secrete hormones, such as Addison's disease or undiagnosed diabetes.
Weight gain is a common symptom of Cushing's syndrome, a condition in which you are exposed to too much of the stress hormone cortisol, which in turn causes weight gain and other abnormalities.You can get Cushing's syndrome if you take steroids for asthma, arthritis, or lupus.nti-inflammatory steroid medications like prednisone are notorious for causing weight gain. Fluid retention and increased appetite are the main reasons. Some people may also see a temporary change in where their body holds fat while taking steroids -- to places like the face, the belly, or the back of the neck.