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My father is diabetic. He has lost a lot of weight in last 4-5 years and currently on 42. I am worried about him. Please guide me about the ways to increase the fat and weight in his body. He had a liver tumor 10 years back, which got removed through surgical operation.
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Hello, weight loss could be because of uncontrolled diabetes or other reasons including loss of appetite.
I would suggest pls see an Endocrinologist to clinically evaluate him for his weight loss & then suggest as required. Thank you.
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An unexplained drop in weight could be caused by various conditions — including overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), diabetes, depression, liver disease, cancer or disorders that interfere with how your body absorbs nutrients (malabsorption disorders)...Consult nearest physician for clinical examination they will do the needful.
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Dr. Anbazhahan Rajaram
Diabetologist
32 yrs exp
Chennai
Weight loss can be due to a list of causes like poor nutrition, poor diabetes control Intelligent , infections or even recurrence of tumour etc....Pl
Visit your doctor to analyse it.
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