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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

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

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

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

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 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

I am 23years old , 37 kg weight, 166 cm height . i never gained weight more than 42 kg and it wont be consistent at all. I have a good appetite, i feel hungry, and crave for food all the time and i am not a picky eater. How can i gain weight faster ? What should i do?

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A BMI this low with a good appetite and no weight gain since childhood is worth a proper work-up, not just eating more. Conditions like an overactive thyroid, intestinal parasites, or poor nutrient ab ...  Read More

His height & weight are almost stagnant from the past many months. His urine smells very bad just like a chemical, though it's colour is pale yellow.

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I’m 20 years old and weigh only 36 kg. Is this healthy? I eat like a normal 20-year-old, but no matter what I eat, my weight just doesn’t seem to increase. I’ve been struggling to gain weight, and I’m starting to wonder if something is wrong. All reports are nrml.

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Weighing 36 kg at 20 can still be healthy for some body frames, especially if your reports already came back normal. Difficulty gaining weight despite eating well is often simply a faster metabolism o ...  Read More

My daughter of over a month old is on formula [Similac Total Comfort] Weight at Birth: 3 kg and after a month 3.3 kg. My daughter is born through C section and is formula fed from day 1, we started nan pro. She was having constipation, spitting milk and gas and we visited doctors and got her on medication for digestion and colic. But no improvement

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A month-old gaining 300 grams from a 3 kg birth weight is on the lower side, though babies do vary. Ongoing constipation, spitting up and gas that haven't improved after a week on medication and a for ...  Read More

My baby’s birth weight was 2.8 kg, and at 28 days the weight is 3.3 kg. Is this weight gain normal and adequate for the baby’s age? What should I do to help my baby gain weight appropriately?

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A gain of around 500 grams over the first 28 days is a reasonable start for many newborns, though the right way to judge this is by tracking it on your baby's growth chart rather than one number. ...  Read More

My 3.3-year-old girl is not gaining weight she is 12kg now and a picky eater. She has some kind of problem, as she always has bruises on her shins, and sometimes on her lap and arms, which disappear within a week. She also has dark under-eye circles. Sometimes when she cries a lot or vomits, petechiae appear on her face, but they resolve within a w

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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 (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRI ...  Read More

I have issue with my weight . Even I eat everything but dont gain weight and bad odor in fart and bloating issues .what should I do ?

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If you are unable to gain weight despite adequate intake, the bloating and foul-smelling gas should be evaluated rather than treated only with supplements. Causes can include food intolerance, thyroid ...  Read More

Hi I have a 16 months old baby girl her weight is 9 kgs but she looks thin no matter what she won't eat food In ayurveda is there any medicine to increase baby's weight and some mass

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My height is 5'5" (165 cm) and my weight is around 53–54 kg. A dietitian suggested gradually reaching around 60 kg and eating something nourishing every 2–3 hours instead of having two heavy meals. What does Ayurveda recommend for healthy weight gain in my case? Is frequent eating every 2–3 hours appropriate, or should I wait unti

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According to ayurved,you have to eat accordingly to your digestive fire ,we call it agni in ayurved term,you have to follow daily routine like sleep early,wake up in morning,if you have follow this 2- ...  Read More

My baby boy bw 2.4 kg...he was ariund 7 kg when 1 yr old at 13 month completion around 7.3 kg...now 16 months 7.8 kg...he has very poor appetite and eat very less he is on bm... He is late crawler...started at 10.5 month...walking stafted at 15 month. without support... Also now he prefers to crawl and walk sometimes when asked or busy playing... H

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Proper evaluation of child would be needed to asses for any deficiencies and the reason for developmental.delay and low weight gain. Kindly connect on practo or WhatsApp consultation at 811227783three ...  Read More

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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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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