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Why am I always hungry, tired with body pain, and gaining weight?

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Published At March 27, 2021
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I gained a lot of weight. I am feeling exhausted, always hungry, and no energy with body aches and pain. I have attached my reports.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from obesity, feeling of being hungry, energy-less, body ache, and pain. According to the investigation report that is provided here (attachment removed to protect patient's identity), your total cholesterol level is 6.2 mmol/L that is above normal, 25-hydroxy vitamin D total 44.90 nmol/L (<50: deficient) that is below normal, and transferrin saturation is 16.8% (normal: 20-40%) that is below the normal level. Transferrin saturation below 20 % indicates that you may suffer from chronic iron deficiency anemia, chronic infection, uremia, and tissue inflammation. So, according to your investigation report, you may suffer from hypercholesterolemia, vitamin D deficiency, and chronic iron deficiency anemia. Your present sufferings may result from a lack of vitamin D, iron, and high level of cholesterol levels. You can take Atorvastatin (Atorva) to reduce your cholesterol level, take iron-enriched foods or supplements to overcome iron deficiency, and take calcium and vitamin D enriched foods or supplements to cure Vitamin D deficiency. Exposure to sunlight will help vitamin D synthesis in our skin. Avoid oily, fatty, and dairy products for controlling your cholesterol level.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Muhammad Zubayer Alam
Dr. Muhammad Zubayer Alam

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