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Hi I m on my 36 weeks . Last week in growth scan baby weight was 2.9 kg ..amniotic fluid is on higher side (24) . I was diagnosed diabetes last week and started metformin 500 from past 5-6 days . Can metformin reduce baby weight in womb ?my c section is scheduled in 37 weeks . I m worried about baby weight ,please answer .

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Sir i want to gain weight and i have above twenty want can i do so please tell me about how to gain weight

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Do you have a good appetite? If no, then you probably have iron deficiency with couple of other deficiencies. ...  Read More

I m pcos patient which is on metformin and hyponidd for last two months I take metformin and hyponidd 2 tablets twice a day bt still i am gaining excess of weight I m doing proper exercise and on low carbohydrates diet previously i consumed metformin and ginette 35 for 7 months and because of this i started put on my weight bt now it is impossi

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Hello, I understand ur problem,pls follow low fat ,low carb diet,high protein . You can consume large a mount of fruits and vegetables,milk,paneer,nuts,fish chickens. Go for regular walking,exercise,y ...  Read More

I have irregular cycles .And i take ocp and regesterone to get my cycles . I have been doing.this for 3years . And I have gained a lot of weight . I'm about 120kg. One of my friend suggested metformin.because she lost a lot of weight on taking metformin .Can I take metformin ? Is pcod cure able ? Is there anyway to get my cycles regularly?

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Hi. Ya. You can have metformin but before it do blood tests like tsh, sr insulin fasting and pp, sr prolactin etc. After that meet gynaecologist and take medicine accordingly. You need exercise and di ...  Read More

I want to gain weight. Please suggest me what should i do for this... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

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Take high protein diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

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To gain weight, eat healthy food.Increase your daily calorie xinsumption Eat high protein diet ..meat, fish, eggs, pulses. Carbohydrate rich diet Fruits and vegetables ...  Read More

I want to gain weight what i do.. Will you please describe how to gain weight.. which tablets can i take.

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What's your height? Don't take any medicines for weight gain Take high protein diet and balanced nutrition and do exercises Non veg paneer egg milk and milk products soyabean dal chana and butter gh ...  Read More

I have pcod and i gain weight very fast i was having metformin 500 mg twice for two years and i lost all of my extra weight with diet and exercise and became pregnant after that my gynecologist told me to stop taking it and stop working out too and i gain 21 kg during pregnancy and now i weigh 80 kg with bmi of 31 and i can not losse it no matter w

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Metformin, exercises atleast 30mts daily food restriction esp carbohydrates must be less than thirty percent of the total diet to reduce weight ...  Read More

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

I want to gain weight but weight is not gaining what should i have to do. Which doctor i have to consult

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Your weight is ideal for for height and age ...  Read More

I took abortion pills 5 days back and my weight is increasing and I am fasting eating in a limit still it is happening why is that

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Hormonal responses of pill. For more questions, kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six. ...  Read More

Baby girl born at 36 weeks exact. Birth weight 2.37 kg, 14 weeks weight 4.82. Is gain ok? Kindly advise

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That's good gain. Don't worry ...  Read More

I am 20 years old male , I am 6.1 feet tall but my body weight is only 50 , I want few diet plans to increase my body weight.

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My daughter 7.5yr weight is only 22kg .only height is increasing it's been 6 month weight is stuck in 22kg she eats well still not increasing how to increase her weight

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Its because her height is increasing and 22 is healthy weight. Keep the nutrition level up ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, After 3 weeks of my hommoroids surgery, I feel abdominal pain and change in bowl habbit and constipation. Then I visited my operating surgeon and did some test. Colonoscopy : ( Ceacum : few ersosions are noted with out any active oozing with normal vascular pattern of mucosa) Fecal Cal protection: Less than 5 ( normal range 50 ) CRP:

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Eat small, frequent meals (5–6 per day). • Increase calorie-dense but gut-friendly foods: • Rice, curd, banana, oats • Peanut butter, boiled potatoes • Eggs, soft chicken (if non-vegetarian) ...  Read More

My boy 9.5 month weight 7 kg only. ..birth weight 2.4 kg...he is also not interested in solids...eats 3 to 4 bites per meal...what to do...should i worry? Can i start mct oil for him??

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Try giving small and frequent feeds and start with semisolid consistency and further add more solid as baby start accepting solid. No need to add mct oil Weight is following normal trend ...  Read More

I delivered my twin daughter at 36 weeks. Her birth weight was 2.2 kgs. She had feeding issues initially and her weight dropped to 2 kgs. Now she is 2 months 15 days and she is 3.52kgs.she is exclusively breastfeed as she was very fussy when given formula . Is this weight gain adequate

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Weight is fine u can continue breast feed ...  Read More

Unable to loose extra weight gain after menopause. More than 10kg gained in last 1 year. Skin blemishes also .

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My daughter 7yr old weight is not increasing even though she eats all nicely . how to increase her weight.is there any vitamin or powder to increase her weight only height has increased

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As she is increasing heightwise… weight is not increasing. It might be bcz of metabolism or worm in gut Give albendazole 400mg once in 6 months ...  Read More

Vital Statistics & Rapid Changes ​Weight Gain: 11.3 kg (approximately 25 lbs) in a very short period. ​Fat Distribution: Development of a "moon face" and significant abdominal weight gain despite no change in diet. ​Respiratory Distress: Feeling of "drowning" and gasping for air when lying flat at night. ​2. Objective La

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Hello Doctor, I am a 20-year-old female. I have had a chronic cough with is clear and sticky for about 2 years. I have low appetite and unintentional weight loss of about 5–6 kg. I also have dry, scaly skin and dandruff, white patches on my tongue, red pimples/bumps on my tongue, and ongoing stomach/digestive issues,and i have heavy period as well

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Kindly visit a general physician to rule out pulmonary tuberculosis ...  Read More

My baby is9 month old currently is 7kg and height is 70 cm . His birth weight was 3.8 kg and height was 48cm. His weight is not gaining since 3 months but he is very active and achievimg all milestones . Birth weight has not double till yet..is his growth proper?

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No Needs detailed evaluation ...  Read More

Baby age 20 month old. Current weight 9.05 kg. Birth weight 1.94 kg. Is the weight gain ok or underweight? Please need you suggestion.

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Weight gain is adequate ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I have had IBS (mainly diarrhea dominant) for the past 5 years ..I have frequent poops 3 -4 times a day. I have worked as a software engineer for the last 4 years. I have recently joined the gym and go 3 times a week. Can you guide me on what diet to follow? I don't know if protein powder is required. I don't drink milk as it triggers

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Hi It’s good that you have taken up yoga and are doing exercises at the gym. Please contact me for consultation. I have worked with numerous clients with different types of IBS. We can schedule a ...  Read More

I have difficulty in gaining weight, I am 32 years old with 39 kg weight. I always face difficulty in gaining weight no matter what i eat I am always underweight. But I quickly lose weight even if I skip 1 meal. Please help to achieve proper weight. Please suggest if there are any medicines to gain weight

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My Total t4 is below 5 from 2023 but tsh and free t4 always normal but I am seeing very fast weight gain from 2023 after total t4 below 5 is any way to increase total t4 so weigh gain cannot occur easily

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Hello ,I have just got surgeries done for thyroid cancer for PTC , TT.Subce then I had put a lot of weight.No matter what I do , not able to reduce.I do yoga,gym, diet but weight seems to keep increasing.Please let me know what I can do or take for support. I have IBS and sensitive stomach as well.

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

Hello doctor, My son is 110 days old baby.his birth weight is 3 kg & current weight is 3.8kg.activity wise he is doing 3 month baby whatever does.but not gaining weight. We are giving only the mother's breast feed.i want to know why he is not gaining weight?

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“I have slow digestion, frequent constipation, and a slow metabolism, which is causing easy weight gain. Can you suggest a diet plan to improve metabolism, manage constipation, and support weight loss?”

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Please get your blood work done Then we can connect over consultation to help you better ...  Read More

My 21 days old baby has gain only 200gm from his birth weight. He is born in 38 weeks and birth weight is 2.7kg. After 21days follow up checkup, he is 2.9kg. He is on breastfeeding but now doctor suggested me to give 60ml formula in every 3hours. I am not sure if breastmilk is sufficient for him or not. Morning after feed he sleeps peacefully but

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Usually baby loses weight in the first 10 days and then only gains weight. There are a lot of natural and marketed lactogogues available for increasing lactation Also destressing will help ...  Read More

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