Can thyroid lead to weight gain

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Asked for Female, 21 Years

I am a 21-year old female who was diagnosed with thyroid a week ago. I’ve always been on a heavier side and was just thinking whether thyroid weight gain is possible? I have maintained a healthy eating plan throughout my life and still didn’t observe any significant changes. So can the reason for this be my thyroid?

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Dr. Dipak L. Desai ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 25 yrs exp Mumbai · Accepted Answer

Dr. Dipak L. Desai

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 25 yrs exp Mumbai

Hypothyroid reduces BMR which can lead to weight gain

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