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Hi,
I am male 33, from last 5-8 years i am gaining weight rapidly. My initial waist size was 28 but now its 38. I am having normal food everyday, then also i am gaining weight.
People and few doctors told me to hit a gym and i did the same, lost the 10 kg weight also, but once i left gym, i got same weight again.
So, my mom also have weight issue, i am also suffering from this. How to treat this? What tests has to be done, which doctor i have to consult? Now i am 90kg.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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One question; why did you leave the Gym when you lost 10 kg because of the Gym?
Gym habit is not a time bound program, but it is supposed to be life long.
And, please accept, obesity DOESN'T RUN in the families but people have obesity because NO ONE RUNS in those families.
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Please consult.
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Hello, that is rapid gain of weight. It is way higher for your age? What is your diet like? Hope it doesn't comprise of excess oil, fats n junk or processed foods.
Next Steps
Gym exercises are often like that. They help u shed kilos initially but u regain once u stop going. Instead start with small walks n then star performing certain physical exercises on a regular basis along with your mom
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U have to get your thyroid checked, do u have any other symptoms? What about your mom? Please do consult here for further assistance.
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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Next Steps
Star doing physical activity as before
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don't worry everything will be fine
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Dr. Raveendran S R
Diabetologist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi., I can understand your concern.
As you said it can be due to genetic or hormonal imbalance.
We'll plan for investigation and consult privately for proper management
Next Steps
plan for tests
TFT
CBC
lipid profile
Health Tips
restart gym
regular walking and exercise
avoid processed and outside food items
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