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I am 20 yrs.my height is 5'3'' and my weight 45kg.please suggest me any medicine for gaining height and weight

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Please consume more raw/steamed/half boiled vegetables. use unfiltered(preferably home made) atta for chapati. have either cow's milk or no milk at all. avoid refined oil/sugar. avoid packed foods of ...  Read More

I am 22 years old & 5'2 in height which doctor specialist should I consult for weight gain & height growth?

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You need to take high protein diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

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I want gain height and weight .. please let me know it if it's possible at age of 25 with some supplements or any medicines

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You need to take high protein diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

My daughter who is 14 months not gaining weight and height although she eats properly and takes milk. She gained very good weight in first 3 months after that she is very slow gainer. She is only 8 kgs at 14 months .. height 72 cm. What may be the possible reason for her slow gain .. her birth weight was 3.1 kg and height was 19.5 cm.. she looks ve

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She requires a proper growth and physical examination and a good nutitional history and counselling .so you must seek a pediatrician's help by personally visiting ...  Read More

I have just turned 18 . I look so weak and lifeless from past 1 yr . Also I never feel hungry . I want to get healthy and also to gain some height and healthy weight . Currently I m 5.1 , I want to be at least 5.5. Please help me and let me know if I can still gain height . Please help me.

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You need to take high protein diet. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals. Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

As my age is 25 years but my height is 4.9 inches and weight 42 I am looking like a child so Atleast I want gain some weight what I need to do

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Hello user Sure ,we will help you But before prescribing any thing we need some information like . Vitals . Purpose . Medical history . Family history . Occupation . Physical activity . Daily routine ...  Read More

1.) What should I eat in my salad for gaining weight? 2.) What should I do for height gain as right now I am 5ft 1inch.

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You can include egg salad ,chickpeas salad , black chana salad for weight gain .you need to take high protein diet. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals. Please ask me directly for perso ...  Read More

Hi my 3years old son doesn't eat any thing. He is not gaining weight and height. He falls ill always and I feel his immunity is less . Plz suggest

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Hi. We have to chart his height and weight. If not gaining truly then certain investigations need to be done. Better to have a thorough checkup. Bye ...  Read More

My 3 year old daughter has not gained height and weight from last 10 months. She has remained constant at 10.5 g in weight and 87 cm in height. She does not eat egg or non veg. Has to force feed her daily. But she is very active and does not have significant issue in studying. She is very short on concentration. Need to know if its common to kids

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I am 24 Years old i want to gain body weight and muscles. With small contribution of height also. I am pure veg. I know I am addicted to masterbtion. Help me in this and guide me properly.

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Hello sir Good evening May I know ur height and weight U can take up a direct consultation for detailed and easy diet chart which helps u in gaining weight and muscles Do not go for any artificial s ...  Read More

My daughter was 23kg 7.1 yr .she had vomiting 2 times 5 days back just with one episode of vomiting she lost 2kg .it's been 5days she is eating properly still she is not regaining her weight looks skiny .how long does it take to regain weight.can kid loose 2kg with just one or 2time vomitting

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Unlikely.when was the last time you checked her weight,may be there was a gradual decrease since then. Also machine to machine and the same machine can also show 2-3 kg variation ...  Read More

Medical history: •Single testicle (since childhood) •Hypothyroidism Current medication: •Thyroxine 100 mcg Blood reports: 22 Sept: •Total Testosterone: 324 ng/dL •Estradiol: 56 pg/mL •LH: 7.36 mIU/mL •FSH: 4.91 mIU/mL •TSH: 4.17 μIU/mL Doctor on practo prescribed tryptomer but it didn't help and

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Baby girl born with weight 4.2 kg. 1 month weight was 4.7 kg 2 month weight 5.2 kg 3 month weight 5.6 kg 4 month weight 6 kg 5 month weight 6.2 kg She is exclusive bf. Her weight gain is very slow. Also she is active. Is this weight gain normal? Do i need to supplement with formula,

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It is important to know here if the mother was diabetic for which the baby was 4.2kg. If so then its ok for 5m baby to be 6kg ...  Read More

My baby weight during birth was 2.2kg she was IUGR and delivered in 36th week, now after one month her weight is 2.9kg. Is she gaining the weight appropriately?

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It’s fine , in first month , a bit lower range of normal this is common.next month onwards baby will improve 15-30 gm per kg per day .For Your baby at least 30 gm per day, No need to check every day w ...  Read More

I am trying to gain weight and I am suspecting some vitamin deficiencies as I'm feeling very sleepy and tired after I joined strength training in gym.

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Yeah. Vitamin deficiencies can hamper weight gain. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six 86 seven eight 96 for proper guidance and treatment. ...  Read More

I am gaining weight so fast.even after dieting I am gaining the weight.after eating something from outside i am gaining weight the next day.how I can loose weight

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Pls contact me for customised diet plan ...  Read More

How to gain weight in one month please tell doctor I want to gain weight in one month i am very skinny and tell me what to take share some syrup also how to take

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Simple , safe and effective 1- month weight gain for female , without heavy gym or complex diet 1. Eat calories dense + healthy foods High calorie combos Peanut butter + banana + milk Pa ...  Read More

Hi Mam iam 32 weeks pregnant when I checked my last 15 days back same as today also note yet weight gained last 15 days is it any problem

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As long as the baby is active and healthy in ultrasound, weight gain is not that relevant. We aim for only 9-11 kg weight gain in a healthy pregnancy. 1 kg in 1st trimester, 5 kg each in 2nd and 3rd ...  Read More

Since i m 31 years old women and my bmi is 17 it's underweight and my weight is not gaining eating everything but not getting any results if I gain just 1 or 2 kg also if I get cold or something I lose it very fast and now m trying to concieve for pragnancy so want to keep healthy bmi level so what should I do I take healthy diet foods bt still not

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Hi Please check your thyroid, and other basic blood parameters, to rule out any other issues. If everything is good, focus on increasing your calories slowly to support weight gain. ...  Read More

Weight has increased — I’m currently 83 kg. I’m 30 years old, married, and don’t have children. Last year, I followed a diet plan; I reduced my weight from 81 kg to 76 kg in 2 months. After that, I returned to my normal routine, and this year my weight again increased to 79 kg. Then I consulted another dietician. The first d

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Weight has increased — I’m currently 83 kg. I’m 30 years old, married, and don’t have children. Last year, I followed a diet plan; I reduced my weight from 81 kg to 76 kg in 2 months. After that, I returned to my normal routine, and this year my weight again increased to 79 kg. Then I consulted another dietician. The first d

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Hello. Weight changes are common when diet and lifestyle aren't consistent. Instead of strict diets, try simple and steady habits-like eating balanced meals, sleeping well, managing stress, doing regu ...  Read More

Weight has increased — I’m currently 83 kg. I’m 30 years old, married, and don’t have children. Last year, I followed a diet plan; I reduced my weight from 81 kg to 76 kg in 2 months. After that, I returned to my normal routine, and this year my weight again increased to 79 kg. Then I consulted another dietician. The first d

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Avoidspicyfood,oily,sugar,fried, processed food.drink plane water or lemonwater., buttermilk ...  Read More

Hi doctors My son is now 2.2years old and his height is 82cm and weight is 9.7kgs. we are worried about his growth. He is very active and enjoys running, driving his scooty and play with football and all. But looks a little small. Can someone suggest what do i need to do. His born weight is 47cm and weight is 2.84kg

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Yes your kid height and weight low ok. At this age the weight should be 12.5kg and height should be 87cm So give Syrup Ossopan-D 5ml twice daily for 1month and Syrup Bevon 5ml daily once in the night ...  Read More

I have very low appetite whenever I try to eat much food i feel nausea since childhood i have been skinny I am unable to put on weight

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Many factors influence the body weight Help me to understand your defeciency status Your ht,wt , Your gut health status Your work life balance Your food consumption pattern ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I’m 16 years 6 months old. My height is 5 feet 5 inches. I want to take Zincovit tablet (1 daily) and Calcirol sachet (once a week) to support my height growth. Please tell me if it’s safe for me, and if I should take any precautions. Thank you.” And telling me one thing How much height I gain in 3 months with doin

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Go for assessment and than only u start. Better this is the right time to consult endocrinologist. So that u can clear pic how much u gain height. ...  Read More

Should I add weight gainer in my diet to gain weight ..and are they safe to use ? And I have a busy schedule 9-6 office hrs then should I go for weight gainer

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Good evening, Any clinical condition is hindering you from weight gain. I have dealt with so many weight gain patients. Kindly contact me personally through practo app ...  Read More

Hi my daughter is 48 days old and her birth weight was 2.850 now her weight is 3.250 I'm only breastfeeding her and she passes urine more than 6 times a day. Should I need to worry about not gaining weight or its normal or need to give any supplements for weight gain?

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS ...  Read More

Hi dr.. I'm 38 years old.. 4.11 height.. but my weight is 39.. mother to 8 year old kid.. acidity issue after delivery.. going through stress n anxiety issues after delivery.. took 2 years medicine .. but now again feeling unhappy.. sad.. trying to gain weight.. now no acidity.. eating but stomach growing.. nobody.. help me to gain weight

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Hello, Are you on stress and anxiety medicines? Since your metabolism is high you have a lower than normal BMI. Please share your blood reports if you have tested recently. And we need to plan a c ...  Read More

My baby is 3 month old. Her birth weight was 4.2 kg Day 6 weight was 3.8 kg 1 month weight was 4.6 kg 2 month weight was 5.2 kg 3 month weight is 5.6 kg. Is this weight increase is normal. She is active but not gaining weight as per standard which is 800 gm for first 3 month.

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Usually they should be double the weight by 5 months of age . Just ensure adequacy of breast feeding . And correct any feeding issues . ...  Read More

I am very lean and low bmi and I have six month old baby. Please suggest any ayurvedic medicine safe for breastfeeding mother to gain weight

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For a breastfeeding mother, Ayurveda can help improve weight safely with nourishing herbal formulations (like Dhatuposhak lehyam), ghee, milk, and balanced diet. Medicines and diet must be chosen care ...  Read More

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