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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

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 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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Hi doctor, My daughter is 3 years 6 months old her weight is 14.3 kgs and height is 100 cms. Is her weight and height normal. Also, i want to increase her weight

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According to WHO growth charts, it's 0 to -1SD Which is normal However to increase your daughter's weight, give her 2 meals and 2-3 snacks, Increase the energy content by adding ghee, add fruits, vege ...  Read More

So I was slim and weighing 50-55kgs as per bmi. But last September that is September of 2025 I started noticing that my clothes stopped fitting me, I had gained weight around my tummy, hips and breast. I was in proper hourglass figure but now I have turned into pear shaped with heavy lower body. Now I do diet and exercises but my weight is constant

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. You can discuss via whatsapp on 971*66*33* ...  Read More

I am in 19th of pregnancy But not able to gain much weight even after having meals all day Before pregnancy it was 53kg and still its 53.7kg 3weeks back was 54kg

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I have lost 4 kg of weight, and my muscles feel loose/flabby. I eat well, walk regularly, sleep well, and do not have diabetes or thyroid issues. My vitamin D level was 18 when I tested it a year ago. I have no problems eating normal home-cooked food and no stomach pain. However, my stool floats and comes out in small, soft pieces. If I eat heavy o

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CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY FIRST. VIT D IS POOR. IT ALSO EFFECTS. UPRISE D60K ONCE A WEEK FOR EIGHT WEEKS FOLLOWED BY ONE PER MONTH FOR SIX MONTHS A COMPLETE THERAPY BY WHO. TRI ...  Read More

Hello I have IBS since 1.5 yr I m losing lot of weight daily I m worried I don't eat trigger dishes and when my period approaches my IBS gets worst and I lose weight suddenly pls help me to regain my body weight with all vitamins and minerals when undigested food passes body doesn't get enough nutrition I have leg cramps hair fall heart races dizz

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Hi, connect directly and get proper balanced diet. ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I am struggling with many problems at the same time. For example, my weight does not increase. I am very thin and my weight never increases even after eating very good food. Sometimes my digestion is fine and sometimes it becomes worst. My skin also stays dull, loose, and dry. I have tried many things - I have taken protein and weight

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You need gastroenterologist, T.minor is not a major issue . ...  Read More

I have been experiencing bloating after very meal and also symptoms of lactose intolerance. I have gained 16 kgs in 4 years and i don't know why

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

Pl suggest any over the counter weight gain supplement powder for female to gain weight. Current BMI is 15.8 with no medical issues

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A BMI of 15.8 indicates that you are significantly underweight. Before starting any supplement, it's important to ensure there is no underlying cause such as thyroid disorders, nutritional deficiencie ...  Read More

Attached is my scan report latest . My periods are irregular and have not got periods for 5 months . Blood test is done sugar and thyroid are normal . Prolactin is 26.7 . My weight is also is increasing and am 97kg now .

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Hi, Myself deepak 27 year old male, I am 5'5" tall i weigh 60 kg..I am not able to gain weight please let me know what's the issue and how to tackle it. It will be of great help.

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Do deworming ...  Read More

My son is 11 years old and his weight is 49 kg which is more than all other age group children. Need to contact the doctor for this

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Yes definetely you should contact and in my opinion you should get him checked for his hormones and other investigations needed ...  Read More

Can I gain weight and go to the gym for regular exercise I want to stay Fit hence want the suggestions

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My 2 year old son had congenital unilateral hydronephrosis. And since 1 year he had darkness on neck, poor weight gain , drinks plenty of water and pee a lot . Night time also drinks so much water pee a lot . Is this any symptom of prediabetes, my son is so much active, constipated, 2 months back he went a pyeloplasty surgery, his recovery is so f

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Consult a paediatrician Weight gain doesn't look worrisome but the symptoms he us having should definitely be evaluated properly. Dont ignore and see a doctor asap ...  Read More

I'm using perfectil tab for hair ...will it cause any weight gain ..............please ans... ...,...

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Perfectil is a popular multivitamin supplement (contains biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, vitamins, etc.) used for hair loss, skin, and nails. Most people tolerate it well, but like any supplement, it ca ...  Read More

I have lost 15 lg weight in 40 days. I saw my weight was 101 kg on Wednesday & today is 103 kg. What could be the reason for gain?

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Okay it's 2 kg gain of weight. There are various follow up question I like to know Like weather you eat fast food in last 2 days very high carb? Did you check your weight just after a meal? And did ...  Read More

My baby girl age is 3momth 23days today..her birth weight is 2.55kg..now today her weight is4.5kg..is it normal?why so much less weight gain?pls help

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Weight gain per month is around 800 Gm to 1 kg till 6 month of age ...  Read More

I am a female of 36 years age. My height is 5'1 and my weight is 65. I gained 5 kg weight past 6 months. How to loose weight. If I diet, I feel hungry and I have severe hairfall and frequent urination even after drinking small cup of water. How can I overcome these issues. Any Suggestions, please?

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just by diet and exercise no need of medicines but take proper nutritions diet not just carbs . ...  Read More

My baby is 4 month load... In 3 month he have 6.200 kg wight.. In 4 month complet he have 6.400 weight.. Only200 gm incresing is it normal???

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Greetings. A 200g weight gain over a month is lower than the typical expected average of 400g to 600g for this age. However, infant growth often happens in sporadic bursts, and an overall weight of 6. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am a 32-year-old female, height 156 cm. My weight was 58 kg until March 2025, but it suddenly increased to 63 kg. Despite reducing sugar, exercising regularly, following diets, and trying home remedies, I have been unable to lose weight. I have had severe constipation since my pregnancy 8 years ago, along with bloating and abdominal

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Thanks for trusting Ayurved and choosing to take full charge of health and fitness. Hopefully u rechecked Thyroid function tests Sr insulin And cholesterol PCOS is syndrome of stress and leisure a ...  Read More

Hi All, my son will be turning 3 years on 17 july 26. His birth length was 48 cm and current height is 91.5 cm. Birth Weight was 2.6 and current is 14 kg. Is the current height and weight normal? My husband's height is 5'3 and mine is 5'5. Our son looks small in height with his peers. Is it normal and what can be done to increase height??

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At almost 3 years, a height of 91.5 cm and weight of 14 kg are both within the normal range. Weight is appropriate, while height is on the shorter side of normal but not concerning by itself. Since bo ...  Read More

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