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My friend who is 23-years old has hypothyroidism. However, contrary to the standard symptom of weight gain, she has actually undergone a significant weight loss. I can’t help wonder if hypothyroidism can cause weight loss. Has she lost weight due to a better lifestyle or is it just a result of her condition? Responses from those belonging to the me

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Hello dear It is not compulsory that person you have hypothyroidism will gain weight .I have many patients who lose suddenly because hypothyroidism. If you want to discuss in details ,about this ,cons ...  Read More

Hi, I have been suffering from hypothyroidism and struggling with weight loss. I have been taking medication but still I feel it is not having any impact on weight loss.i have started going to gym regularly with controlled food habits as well. Still I am not able to see much impact. Is there anything wrong, is my medication correct, what should be

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Hypothyroidism with obesity is really a serious issue. You need to loose weight as soon as possible. Contact dietitian online or locally so that make a customised diet chart. This is free platform. ...  Read More

I want to loss weight but feeling very difficult. I need diet plan for my hypothyroid. With all do's and dont's

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You need to take high fiber low fat diet followed by detox diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals . Avoid outside food completely. Ask me directly for cu ...  Read More

Hello doctor, my mother is losing weight day by day and becoming very weak. She is suffering from hypothyroid. I have consulted doctors but could not get much result. She complains that she gets problem in swalowing food like in toncil.....please help me what to do?? Any suggestions please

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Check her thyroid hormones profile..in hypothyroid patient usually gains weight..in hyperthyroidism weight loss occurs.. consult with an general physician for assessment and treatment.. ...  Read More

I have hypothyroid but my tests are normal for now, I want to reduce more weight and so what diet do you suggest me to follow along with exercise to get effective and visible results.

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

I want to lose 8 kg very soon I have hypothyroidism... How can I lose weight fast .I'm 67.5 kg now vegetarian

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Yesterday, My husband has undergone arthoscopy surgery . He has been advised bed rest for 2 months. He has hypothyroidism. He has been asked to reduce weight. Being on bed rest he won't be able to do exercise and may gain weight. Is there any diet he can follow to reduce weight.

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Hello dr Am married women I'm hypothyroid patient since 4 years takes daily 62.5 mcg thyroxin I felt weight gain since 2 years Nowadays there is cool sculpting technique and metabiom program running I want to loose my weight can I got for these treatment Kindly help Thank u ...

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Weight gain is not solely due to hypothyroidism, there can be other causes too. Kindly connect for detailed analysis and further treatment ...  Read More

Hello Sir/madam. My name is Manish and my age is 37. Last year i had a pain in my neck and later diagnosed with hypothyroidism at tsh 11.6. I started taking thyroxine 75mg after that and my weight fell down by 5 kgs. Nowdays my weight has also fallen down it came from 76 to 67.4. my all test are normal. And my tsh is 5.8. plz tell me what should I

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Hello sir/ maam Hope this message finds you well Im 27 year male having hypothyroidism an im gaining weight like anything i feel physically weak my physically stamina is also gone down im taking my thyroid medication regularly please suggest me how to lose weight and keep myself in a good body weight My current body weight is : 96kgs Height:5

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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 mom has hypothyroidism. Right now her reports/values are normal. But she feels very weak, has weight loss, doesn’t feel like moving, and keeps sleeping all the time. She isn’t able to do any work. And she always feels restless/anxious."*sometimes complaint of palpation she is taking tab thyroxin .25mcg

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Hi I'm 27 years old.. since past few months I have noticed significant weight loss... My diet is normal as it was before I am not even engaged in heavy activities still I'm losing my weight. Also I have started getting irregular periods. I am getting periods in 12 days cycle. I did some blood tests for sugar thyroid etc. all were normal except for

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I'm 33 age Software employee Since from last 2 to 3month continuosly losing weight without any diet 3 months back I was 73 now I'm 68 weight

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Hi, at the month of Feb, I weigh around 65 kg. I started having acidity issue since March start. By April end,my weight came down to 63kgs which I found concerning.By then my stools were soft ( not watery) but could see undigested food. as per doc suggestion did a endoscopy and found 2 mild dueodenal ulcer( duedonites) and also did a test for H pyl

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I want a genuine suggestion i am a diabetic and obese i want lose weight and reverse my diabetes for long term. So i was planning to take a program which includes glp-1 injections for weight loss and diabetes management. So please guide me is it okay or i should avoid this because i think doctor's are suggesting monjaro or wegovy these days. I want

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I want to loose 15 kg in 2 months I have a sitting job Have to loose weight as early as possible Need help

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I am trying all ways but unable to reduce weight.I am doing diet and also little exercise. Help advice on weight management

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So my current weight is 67 kg and my height is 5'2. I am highly vitamin b12 vitamin d and iron deficienct person. My vitamin b12 level was 118pg/ml. Vitamin D was 21.47 and iron was 36 ug/dl. Right now I am not sure how to manage my vitamins level and have the weight loss. I am always tired and feel fatigue. In addition, on monday I am keeping fast

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I am a 34-year-old female suffering from chronic constipation with incomplete bowel emptying, bloating, and gas for the past 8 years since pregnancy. I have bowel movements daily, but I never feel completely emptied. Over the last year, my weight increased from 58 kg to 63 kg despite trying diet changes, home remedies, and Siddha treatment. I also

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This is because of chronic imbalance in Vata Dosha (specifically Apana Vata), combined with a weakened metabolic fire (Agni) and the accumulation of metabolic toxins (Ama).Ayurveda strongly aligns wit ...  Read More

I am a 34-year-old female suffering from chronic constipation with incomplete bowel emptying, bloating, and gas for the past 8 years since pregnancy. I have bowel movements daily, but I never feel completely emptied. Over the last year, my weight increased from 58 kg to 63 kg despite trying diet changes, home remedies, and Siddha treatment. I also

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I have weight 85 now I want to loss it to 70 to 75 and double chin I want to loose belly fat and double especially in 2 months I want my weight to maintain in early seventies

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Im trying to gain weight from last 2 yrs but my weight is exact same as 2 yr ago weight What should I do?

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Hello user There are many reason of being overweight or obese . Improper liver functions .Pcod . Endocrine imbalance ( diabetes/ thyroid) . Psychological problems . Physical inactive . Improper dietar ...  Read More

Can I take semaglutide injections for weight loss as I am 5'6 and 85KG. What tests do i have to get done before taking the injections?

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I've been off alcohol for a month now, and I'm losing weight. Is this normal... Before I was alcoholic or binge drinker

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Hello hi Yes as you are in withdrawal phase there will be loss of appetite.But don't get back to that drinking phase again to get weight that's not the solution right.. ...  Read More

Dear doctors, I am 27 years old with 5'2 height and 78kgs with irregular periods because of PCOS my non HDL CHOLESTEROL SERUM is 178.3 , LDL is 145.9 , cholesterol total serum is 224,SGOT is 137.9 & SGPT is 175.8 I am unable to loose weight can I go for Ozempic I see a lot of advertisement this days

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I am a 24-year-old female, 5'0" tall, and currently weigh around 57–58 kg. I feel that my nose looks a bit broad and prominent on my face, especially from the front. If I lose around 8–9 kg and reduce overall facial fat, will my nose appear slimmer? I understand that weight loss cannot change the bone or cartilage, but can it improve t

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Yes. Losing weight can make your face leaner, which may make your nose look slimmer and more proportionate, but it won’t actually change the nose’s bone or cartilage structure. Before considering rhi ...  Read More

Hi, I have been consuming alcohol for long time, now I feel I have lost weight and muscle. Since I have quit alcohol now, can I consume yeast protein for muscle gain ?.

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I have pcos and my weight is 81 kgs. I am working on redicing my weight. Will taking berberine or curcumin aid weight loss?? Attaching reports

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Can we take Protein shakes for weight loss? How do we take it and the best time for it ? I have Gained around 10 kgs in a span of a year or more . Gym or Excercise have been keeping me fit but there is very Minimal weight loss.

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Please get your whole body blood test done Then connect over consultation with report and diet routine to help you better ...  Read More

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