An increase in body weight is called weight gain. This weight gain can be due to an increase in muscle mass, fat, or fluid retention. Weight gain in adults can be due to bad dietary habits, sedentary lifestyle, or a severe underlying condition.
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My psychiatric medicines are causing hormonal side effects. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I was taking Soltus 100 mg for delusion problem for a year. Now, I am absolutely fine. Before a month, the doctor has reduced my dosage to Soltus 75 mg. Now, I am facing hormonal problems like weight gain and amenorrhea. I am having my menstrual cycles once in two months (after taking som... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from delusion disorder and you are taking Tablet Soltus 75 mg for the problem. It can lead to raised prolactin level as side effects. So, either dosage reduction is needed or this drug should be replaced by another antipsychotic medication and psych... Read Full »
I gained weight and suffer from high BP, migraine, and fatigue. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I was prescribed Bonadea drug by my doctor for the sharp pain in the pelvic region and anal region with acne or pimples on the chin for six months. After six months, I started to gain weight with other symptoms such as high BP, migraine, and fatigue with heavy breathing. I am overweigh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. An increase in sudden weight with abnormal hair growth is a sign of polycystic ovarian disease. I think you have scanty or irregular periods. Acne also could be observed due to hormonal imbalance. Take some healthy precautions in life: Have ... Read Full »
Suggest some superfoods for the weight gain of my 2-year-old son.
Query: Hello doctor, My son is almost 2 years old, and I want to ensure he has a healthy diet to help him gain some weight. Despite being a bit skinny, he is a very active baby. Can you please suggest some superfoods that I can incorporate into his diet to promote his overall health? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. For a healthy diet to help your active 2-year-old gain weight, consider incorporating nutrient-dense foods such as: Avocado: Packed with healthy fats and nutrients. Full-fat dairy: Whole milk, yogurt, and cheese prov... Read Full »
What are some medication with no side effects that I can take for rapid weight gain?
Query: Hello doctor, What are some safe pills available for rapid weight gain with no side effects? Can you please prescribe them to me now? They can be in any form, such as tablets or capsules, cause fast weight gain and add mass to the body. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your question. Sorry to say, but there is no such drug available. It is better not to take any commercially available medications for rapid weight gain as none of them are food and drug administration, United States (US FDA) approved, and have many sid... Read Full »
Will my weight gain lead to an increase in fasting glucose?
Query: Hello doctor, I am concerned about the fasting glucose level. I just received the results from blood tests taken a week back and I am a bit concerned about my fasting glucose level. On this most recent test, my fasting glucose was 103 mg/dL. I had a full physical eight months back. At that time my f... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, we do not rely so much on a single report. Because, there are multiple factors which may affect the fasting readings like as you mentioned stress level, alcohol, diet on the previous day, etc. So you need to check it again after an interval of two weeks. Als... Read Full »
Why do I feel tired, have insomnia, and weight gain after getting thyroid glands removed?
Query: Hello doctor, I had both my thyroid glands removed eight years ago, and a small amount was left (in the size of half of my small nail). Since then, I am getting my blood test done every year, which comes back normal. I do not understand this as everybody needs two thyroid glands to work properly, an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not the size of the thyroid gland, but it is the function that matters. In most of the thyroid gland removal, the left over gland will start hyper functioning and hence will take over the body function. So, if your blood work is normal means that a small part... Read Full »
I am seeking information about childhood obesity. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 37-year-old male. I would like to know more information about childhood obesity. What are the common risk factors contributing to childhood obesity? What are the potential health implications of childhood obesity? What preventive measures can we adopt as a family to encourage a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. The risk factors contributing to childhood obesity are poor teenage exercise. It is more common in males than females... Read Full »
Does Levothyroxine have a role in reducing my weight gain?
Query: Hello doctor, I am on Levothyroxine at 100 mg but have been having weight gain despite working out five days a week and eating very well. I am cold all the time, have headaches, dryness, brain fog and joint pain. I got my levels tested and my TSH is normal, even low, and T3 and free T4 are at the ve... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned, it appears that you have hypothyroidism. Well, you can increase your dose to 112 Levothyroxine as per your doctor, but mind you Levothyroxine is not actually a weight loss drug. Your symptoms could be improved ... Read Full »
I gained a lot of weight after taking Mirtazapine for depression. How to reduce it?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old male and I have been on Cipralex 20 mg for my depression for more than a year now. When I started Cipralex 10 mg I was fine. However, when my depression worsened I was given Mirtazapine 30 mg and my weight increased like hell. I gained 15 kg in three months, mostly aro... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Stopping Topiramate is not the reason for weight gain in your case. Topiramate resulted in weight loss and the drug is also a good mood stabilizer drug. This helps in stabilizing the mood and supplements the antidepressants. So stopping Topiramate probably result in wo... Read Full »
How may my wife gain weight with thalassemia minor?
Query: Hello doctor,My wife is 31 years old and has a history of mild thalassemia. Her hemoglobin level is consistently between 9 and 10 units. HbA2 is 5.40, RBC count is 5.14, and packed cell volume (PCV) is 30.90. Her current weight is 129 pounds. Could you please provide a diet chart for a thalassemia m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern (I went through your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Your wife has beta thalassemia minor, which is one of the mild hemolytic diseases (a condition that can cause excessive bleeding). ... Read Full »
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