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Unable to gain weight, losing it instead
I have been losing weight consistently without any changes in lifestyle or diet. I weighed 54-55kg last year, now I weigh 49kg. Lost around 5kg in a year. I believe I also increased food and calorie intake from last six months with no improvement in my weight.
I got full body comprehensive check up done, reports came back almost normal with just vitamin B12 deficiency.
One remark in CBP was "Predominantly normocytic normochromic with ovalocytes."
Medical history - One persistent issue is upset stomach whenever I eat anything from restaurants. I have also been having gut issues last few years like bloating and excessive burping after meals.
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Check your thyroid profile and estimate your basal metabolic rate
Also,do u have slightly increased temperature all the time?
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Need more evaluation and history
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Please get your complete health package done from a reputed Laboratory and consult a General Physician for further management and advice.
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Good for ct scan of abdomen, or endoscopy.
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Seems normal but do your fasting and pp sugars
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Seems normal...because weight loss is not significant
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Take balanced diet.
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Could be malabsorption /IBS ..avoid food triggers ,take pre/probiotics once a day for a month ..if symptoms persists ,consult with gastroenterologist
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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat
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Apart from being a doctor I am also a health and wellness coach. I've guided many people facing same issues as you, just by changing their diet. They have got positive results for the same. You may contact me on seven four nine four eight four one six six eight.
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You may have malabsorption and metabolic problems consult for treatment
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It is very concerning that you're losing weight without trying. Please consult a gastroenterologist for upper GI endoscopy immediately
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Dr. Saurabh Tiwari
Neuropsychiatrist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Connect
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly consult once physically to nearby hospital
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Dr. Thresia Pereira
General Physician
37 yrs exp
Mumbai
Meet a Gastroenterologist
Digestion is the cause
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Dr. Amit Joshi
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Jodhpur
To get body body weight again, we have understand couple of things included the underlined diseases and further things. So please do contact us. Make free to ask any questions to me as Dr Amit joshi at the opposite side. Thanks.
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Dr. Nalini Kumari
Diabetologist
16 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Irritable bowel syndrome, avoid outside food. For treatment visit physician
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Shruti Goswami
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Pune
Pls check sugars
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Dr. Gautham Raj
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Chennai
I’m sorry to hear about your ongoing health concerns. Unintentional weight loss can be worrying, especially when you’re trying to increase your calorie intake. Here are a few potential factors and steps you might consider:
Vitamin B12 Deficiency: This can lead to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and weight loss. Ensuring you address this deficiency with supplements or dietary changes is important1.
Gut Issues: Your symptoms of bloating, burping, and upset stomach could indicate conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), or food intolerances. These conditions can affect nutrient absorption and lead to weight loss2.
Normocytic Normochromic Anemia with Ovalocytes: This finding in your complete blood picture (CBP) suggests a type of anemia that could be related to chronic disease, nutritional deficiencies, or other underlying conditions3.
Diet and Caloric Intake: Despite increasing your food intake, if your body isn’t absorbing nutrients properly due to gut issues, it could explain the lack of weight gain4.
Here are some steps you might consider:
Consult with me and I can help diagnose and treat any underlying gut issues. Tests like a hydrogen breath test for SIBO or an endoscopy might be recommended.
Nutritional Support: Working with a dietitian can help ensure you’re getting the right nutrients and calories. They can also suggest foods that are easier on your digestive system.
Follow-Up on Anemia: Further investigation into the cause of your anemia might be necessary. This could involve additional blood tests or other diagnostic procedures.
It’s great that you’ve already taken steps to get a comprehensive check-up. Continuing to work closely with healthcare providers will be key in addressing these issues.
How are you feeling about these next steps? Do you have any other questions or concerns?
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Dr. Subahana Nazir
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Mumbai
Your weight loss is not significant on paper. But you need to evaluate the gut issues. Please consult for further discussion
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
General Physician
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
You should visit an endocrinologist
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Visit a nearby Gastroenterologist. Mal absorption can be a cause.
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Dr. Bijli Nanda
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Noida
Could be malabsorption
Next Steps
best to consult a physician
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
Kindly connect.
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Dr. Vamshi Krishna Koppula
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Karimnagar
Need more information kindly consult on practo
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take supplements.
Neurobion forte once a day for 30 days.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Immediately consult
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