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Can you gain weight during the first month of your pregnancy. If yes then how much weight is gained.

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Most will gain 2 to 4 pounds (1 to 2 kilograms) during the first trimester, and then 1 pound (0.5 kilogram) a week for the rest of the pregnancy.  ...  Read More

Dear doctor, I m very much worried that as about my weight gain... I m 5 month pregnant.. Before pregnancy my weight is 68kg and now my weight is 74 kg ..now till 9 months how much weight I will gain??? Can u plz help me ?

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A proper consultation & discussion of your medical condition will be required . You can take online appointment via practo. ...  Read More

Any medicine Having lot of pain in body due to lot of Weight gain After pregnancy So that you can prescribe medicines.

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i need more detail about your pregnancy, pain to prescribe medicines . u can send details at practo ...  Read More

I am 5 weeks 3 days pregnant and have already started to gain weight .What to do to reduce it and thus maintain it throughout pregnancy.

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Connect with me for online consultation for details BeBorn Gynecology Santacruz Mumbai ...  Read More

Hi I am in my 27th week of my pregnancy and have not gained much weight I have gained only 1kg and also have gone for blood test and everything seems to be normal. Any issue ?

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Hello doctor, I am 30 weeks pregnant now and I have been really worried about the pregnancy weight gain which is around 15 kgs already. Is it normal? Will I still be able to make it for a vaginal delivery? Is there any way I can control weight gain in the next few weeks?

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Gaining more than 2 kgs in a month is not normal.over all weight gain in pregnancy is 10-12 kgs for a person with normal pre pregnancy weight .weight gain in pregnancy is often linked with pre- eclam ...  Read More

I started pregnancy with 61kg n I am 5.4 feet n now at 7th month of pregnancy I am 65kg is this ideal weight gain?

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

My wife is in 24th week of pregnancy and she has gained about four kilos in the last 4 weeks. I have searched online and it shows she should gain about half kilo per week but in my case it is more by half kilo per week. She has already gained about 10 kilos during her pregnancy. Is it a matter of concern? If so how can she control her weight and ho

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Off course she is gaining weight too much she should gain weight half kg per week 1 kg + - may be ok in a month 12 KG in full pregnancy over weight in pregnancy is a main concern because it may lead t ...  Read More

Hello, I am 24 weeks pregnant now, my current weight is 63.5 kg and height is 154. I started my pregnancy with 57-56 kg. Is this weight gain normal? Need to control my weight?

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Yes u hv gained much weight ...  Read More

I am 35 weeks pregnant with my 2nd baby . I was 82kg when conceived. now i am 81kg. no weight gain during pregnancy. Is it a concern?

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What is the weight of the baby ? ...  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

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

I want to know reason for sudden weight gain. From last one month. 5 to 6 kg around want to know reason

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Consult on app personally regarding lifestyle changes, dietary changes needed as per constitution ...  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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Howmuch is your weight ? ...  Read More

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

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