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Hello I have experienced unexplained weight gain for the lastfew months. Which doctor should I consult to understand why is this happening?

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There could be hormonal reasons or changes in metabolism for inexplicable body weight changes. Before you consult a doctor, maintain a daily food journal noting down everything you eat and drink, incl ...  Read More

There's is an unexplained gain in my body weight and I feel very lethargic and fatigued at the end of every day. I feel so tired all the time that I'm not even able to do every day chores. Should I get myself tested for thyroid?

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Need detailed history and evaluation ...  Read More

I've had a sudden surge in unexplained weight gain over the past couple weeks, going from around 51kg to nearly 58kg in a matter of a month without explanation. I'm eating exactly the same as always, and have even been working out more than ever before, doing minimum an hour at the gym everyday. Just this week I gained around 2kg. I used to be over

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Plz consult a physician and endocrinologist. Regards ...  Read More

Hi, over the last three months, starting from December, I have experienced unexplained weight gain of about 5 to 5.5 kg. I was taking Oxytol 150 and symbal 20, and after starting these medications, I noticed an increase in my appetite and weight. When I consulted my doctor about it, he said the medications were not the cause. However, I am quite ac

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Good morning pls kindly connect through app. Sleep cycle, stress level also affects body weight adversely. ...  Read More

I have had unexplained rapid weight gain and whole body hair loss. I keep gaining 1-2kgs per month without changing eating habits. I have been loosing hair all over body without any skin condition. I exercise and make it a point to walk daily. I have had all tests done including auto-immune conditions. Thyroid level has been eveluated its within ra

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Consultant endocrinologist... ...  Read More

I have gained over 6 to 7 kgs in last 6 months. I am going to the gym for last two months but the weight is not coming down. I have been on nexito 5 and oleanz 5. The doctor has reduced oleanz to 2.5 after I told her about the weight gain however, the weight is not reducing still. I feel hungry at night after taking these medicines. Is there a med

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Your weight gain as well as increase in appetite is likely to be due to olanzapine, you can request your psychiatrist to stop olanzapine because of the undesirable side effects, and once it is stopped ...  Read More

I have been gaining weight rapidly despite exercising for 1 hour a day and eating healthily. This has been happening for a long time and no matter how much exercise I do I continue to gain weight.

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Take high fiber low fat diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. Avoid outside food completely. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for yo ...  Read More

I have gained quite a few kilos despite not having any major changes in food habits. I have cholesterol in borderline but the rest of my reports are normal I.e sugar, thyroid CBC etc. I want some medicine to control weight gain. Can you help into this matter ?

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Hi Weight gain happens either due to addition of extra calories or due to failure to spend calories consumed...these extra calories deposited in our body as fat..for weight reduction you have to consu ...  Read More

From past few months my weight is constantly increasing without much change in diet. I am eating same the way I used have physical work too then also weight is increasing especially on lower abdomen and arms

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U need to get a thyroid profile done..... ...  Read More

I have PCODs thats why my weight increases. My periods are getting irregular. PMS starts before 1. Can you please help me with this.

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Normally people with this will have anovlation (no egg release), oligomenorrhea (scanty periods) or even amenorrhea (no menstrual period). But it can also have symptoms like polymenorrhea means cycle ...  Read More

My baby birth weight -3.190 kg 45 days - 4.960 kg 77 days - 5.620 kg 101 days- 5.950 kg Is it normal ? I m worried as the weight gain has decreased

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Kindly consult once for discussion ...  Read More

I want to weight -gain but I can't anymore.. Can I take Ayuvya i-gain tablet ?is it suitable for me?

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Tablets are not a solution. It's only in addition to a balanced wholesome diet that tablet can help . Regular balanced meals with a balance of excercise and rest will help you in the long run . Book a ...  Read More

My baby birth weight is 3 kg now she is 1 month 20 days old and her weight is 3.77 is this normal gain or less

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Hii All newborn baby first 7 days lose weight upto 10%. Then gradually gaining weight 20-30g/day. ...  Read More

Need to know why the weight gain is so high even when food consumption is nominal

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Hi Please do a basic blood test panel to understand if there’s any other reason causing your weight gain. ...  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

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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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

How to gain weight in one month please tell doctor I want to gain weight in one month i am very skinny and tell me what to take share some syrup also how to take

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Simple , safe and effective 1- month weight gain for female , without heavy gym or complex diet 1. Eat calories dense + healthy foods High calorie combos Peanut butter + banana + milk Pa ...  Read More

Hi Mam iam 32 weeks pregnant when I checked my last 15 days back same as today also note yet weight gained last 15 days is it any problem

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As long as the baby is active and healthy in ultrasound, weight gain is not that relevant. We aim for only 9-11 kg weight gain in a healthy pregnancy. 1 kg in 1st trimester, 5 kg each in 2nd and 3rd ...  Read More

Since i m 31 years old women and my bmi is 17 it's underweight and my weight is not gaining eating everything but not getting any results if I gain just 1 or 2 kg also if I get cold or something I lose it very fast and now m trying to concieve for pragnancy so want to keep healthy bmi level so what should I do I take healthy diet foods bt still not

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Hi Please check your thyroid, and other basic blood parameters, to rule out any other issues. If everything is good, focus on increasing your calories slowly to support weight gain. ...  Read More

Should I add weight gainer in my diet to gain weight ..and are they safe to use ? And I have a busy schedule 9-6 office hrs then should I go for weight gainer

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Good evening, Any clinical condition is hindering you from weight gain. I have dealt with so many weight gain patients. Kindly contact me personally through practo app ...  Read More

Hi my daughter is 48 days old and her birth weight was 2.850 now her weight is 3.250 I'm only breastfeeding her and she passes urine more than 6 times a day. Should I need to worry about not gaining weight or its normal or need to give any supplements for weight gain?

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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 (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS ...  Read More

Is endura mass genuinely healthy in weight gain ? And anyone age/gender can consume this? How to increase appetite?

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Good evening pls connect through practo app directly. ...  Read More

Height: 5.1 ft ≈ 155 cm (1.55 m) • Weight: 45.8 kg BMI = \frac{Weight}{Height^2} = \frac{45.8}{1.55^2} \approx 19.05 ✅ Your BMI is ~19.0, which falls in the normal range (18.5 – 24.9) but is on the lower side, so gaining some healthy weight would be beneficial. Hello Doctor, I am Jhanvi Jain, 24 years old. I work in a field job, so my routine

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Hello Jhanvi, What about your other blood parameters like hemoglobin, vitamin B12 etc Yes you should put on some more weight. Kindly contact personally for a customized diet plan ...  Read More

Hello doctors, I am a 29 years old unmarried girl. My height is 5 feet and weight is around 44 kg. I want to gain some weight as I look very thin. What can I do to naturally gain some weight. Kindly suggest. Note - I have hypothyroidism and I am currently taking thyroxine 37.5 mcg tablets daily. Thank you

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My son birth weight was 2.895 kg and now at 6 weeks he is 4 kg. I give him both breastfeed milk and formula. Formula usually 2-3 times a day. Rest breastmilk on demand. Is this weight gain healthy??

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birth weight of 2.895 kg and a weight of 4 kg at 6 weeks is a healthy weight gain. It shows that your baby is growing well. Continue to breastfeed on demand and extra feed as top feed ...  Read More

I've a very small appetite. It's like when i see food i feel like ok i can eat the whole bowl as it's my fav dish but unfortunately i end up eating not even half of it and day by day I'm losing weight. So what should I do to gain weight.

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

My baby was 4.1 kg at birth with c section and than he was gaining weight constantly till 4 and half months than he was 8 kgs and now he is almost going to be 6 months and not gaining any weight now..not even 50grams. He is exclusively on breastfeeding from day 1 and till now should I be worried

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Birth weight should ideally double by 6 months of age. Which has happened with the baby, so u need not worry. His weight is proper for his age ...  Read More

Suggest me what to take to weight gain .I want to gain weight Is oziva plant based protein is good to take for gaining weight Which fruit or dry fruits should I take

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Gaining weight in a healthy way is all about the right kind of calories, a balanced intake of protein, carbs, and good fats — not just eating more. About Oziva: It’s a decent plant-based p ...  Read More

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