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My friend who is 23-years old has hypothyroidism. However, contrary to the standard symptom of weight gain, she has actually undergone a significant weight loss. I can’t help wonder if hypothyroidism can cause weight loss. Has she lost weight due to a better lifestyle or is it just a result of her condition? Responses from those belonging to the me

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Hello dear It is not compulsory that person you have hypothyroidism will gain weight .I have many patients who lose suddenly because hypothyroidism. If you want to discuss in details ,about this ,cons ...  Read More

Hi, I have been suffering from hypothyroidism and struggling with weight loss. I have been taking medication but still I feel it is not having any impact on weight loss.i have started going to gym regularly with controlled food habits as well. Still I am not able to see much impact. Is there anything wrong, is my medication correct, what should be

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Hypothyroidism with obesity is really a serious issue. You need to loose weight as soon as possible. Contact dietitian online or locally so that make a customised diet chart. This is free platform. ...  Read More

I want to loss weight but feeling very difficult. I need diet plan for my hypothyroid. With all do's and dont's

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You need to take high fiber low fat diet followed by detox diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals . Avoid outside food completely. Ask me directly for cu ...  Read More

Hello doctor, my mother is losing weight day by day and becoming very weak. She is suffering from hypothyroid. I have consulted doctors but could not get much result. She complains that she gets problem in swalowing food like in toncil.....please help me what to do?? Any suggestions please

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Check her thyroid hormones profile..in hypothyroid patient usually gains weight..in hyperthyroidism weight loss occurs.. consult with an general physician for assessment and treatment.. ...  Read More

I want to lose 8 kg very soon I have hypothyroidism... How can I lose weight fast .I'm 67.5 kg now vegetarian

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Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

I have hypothyroid but my tests are normal for now, I want to reduce more weight and so what diet do you suggest me to follow along with exercise to get effective and visible results.

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You need to take high fiber low fat diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

Yesterday, My husband has undergone arthoscopy surgery . He has been advised bed rest for 2 months. He has hypothyroidism. He has been asked to reduce weight. Being on bed rest he won't be able to do exercise and may gain weight. Is there any diet he can follow to reduce weight.

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Hello Sir/madam. My name is Manish and my age is 37. Last year i had a pain in my neck and later diagnosed with hypothyroidism at tsh 11.6. I started taking thyroxine 75mg after that and my weight fell down by 5 kgs. Nowdays my weight has also fallen down it came from 76 to 67.4. my all test are normal. And my tsh is 5.8. plz tell me what should I

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Hello dr Am married women I'm hypothyroid patient since 4 years takes daily 62.5 mcg thyroxin I felt weight gain since 2 years Nowadays there is cool sculpting technique and metabiom program running I want to loose my weight can I got for these treatment Kindly help Thank u ...

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Weight gain is not solely due to hypothyroidism, there can be other causes too. Kindly connect for detailed analysis and further treatment ...  Read More

Hello sir/ maam Hope this message finds you well Im 27 year male having hypothyroidism an im gaining weight like anything i feel physically weak my physically stamina is also gone down im taking my thyroid medication regularly please suggest me how to lose weight and keep myself in a good body weight My current body weight is : 96kgs Height:5

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Take your medicine properly Add multivitamin Add green vegetables,fruits ...  Read More

Am on metformin and sitagliptin for diabetes. Can I use glp 1 for weight loss for a short duration for around 10 kgs. Have tried dieting and working out but no result

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Yes But after endocrinologist consultation ...  Read More

And took medicine. I am 17 years old. For 2 years I could not go to school properly because of headaches. Now the headaches are less, but I get a lot of anxiety when I go to school or outside. My weight is 38 kg. I feel underconfident and weak about my body, and my skin looks very dull.

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After exposure when Hiv Weight loss Start????? After sex of 5 month i loss Weight 1.5kg weight It's Related To hiv?? Please Tell Me

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Please Help me Please 1.5kg weight loss in last 10 days & sore Throat from 25 days when outside home Semi solid stool sometime once in a Day I have a exposure with girl Last sex that 5 Month Ago 1st sex work and sex done with condom and no break in condom 2nd sex with my frnd and I also use condom and after sex of 10 min condom break and in som

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I have been listening about these so called magic weight loss drugs(Ozempic) .I am 19 height 5.6 and weight 89kg .l tried weight loss many times i lose around 10 kg but regained every time and now i am really tired of this and due to social influence thinking about taking the weight loss drugs is it good decision .I really want to reduce weight as

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There is pros and cons.means there is benefits but side effects also. ...  Read More

I am a 32-year-old female weighing around 80 kg. I recently heard about the injection Mounjaro being used for weight loss and appetite control. I wanted to know: • Is Mounjaro safe for weight loss in someone without diabetes? • Would it be suitable in my case? • Which specialist should I consult for this in Pune (endocrinologist, bariatric doctor

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Inj. Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is mainly approved for treating Type 2 Diabetes, but it is also being used for weight loss and appetite control in some patients without diabetes under medical supervision. ...  Read More

Good evening sir/ma'am, I'm 20yrs old , 5'11" and weight-97kg Bmi 29.94 Stay in pg and in a situation that can't give time for exercise/gym and also can't do proper dieting (only can eat less and can add one 80-100 gm chicken piece at dinner) Walks 750m + bus + 200m while going to college and same while coming back to pg That's why requesting you

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Hello, at your age resorting to medicines is not an option. Moreover no medicine will work without regular measures such as healthy diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. Please consult a physician for ...  Read More

I am 34 have been hitting the gym to reduce weight. I have normal BP, HBA1C is 5.5, Total Cholestrol is 220, Triglyceride is 350. Vitamin D and B12 Deficiency. LFT normal, CBC is normal I am already taking Vita D and B12 capsules on doctor recommendation and trying to reduce cholesterol via food changes. But I want to explore Omega 3 suppleme

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Yes, omega-3 is appropriate for you.TrueBasics Omega-3 Triple Strength is good brand . Dose: 2 capsules twice daily = ~2400 mg EPA+DHA. Recheck lipid profile after 8–12 weeks. ...  Read More

I am suffering from hypothyroidism since 5 years,on thyronorm 62.5 ,even after having normal thyroid reports tsh t3 t4, i am having symptoms as such hairfall constipation wt gain I walk for 1.5 hr everyday Currently I am 70 kg What supplements salts can I take and what lifestyle changes should I do

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My age is 40 , my height is 152 and current weight is 75, I am housewife. I need to loss weight atleast by 10kg. Don't want to follow any diet, we had outside food once in 10 days ( mostly it was dosa,maharashtrian food, chat or rarely pizza burger).I had c section in 2015 , I have one boy only. My period are regular. I have no medication go

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Take supplements Uprise d3 capsule weekly once for 12 weeks Meconerv 1500 mcg once a day for 30 days ...  Read More

Issue: My periods are irregular and I'm having a LOT of difficulty trying to lose weight. For reference, I have been going through a lot so I will mention it here: When I went to get checked why my periods are missing, I came to know after doing a bloodtest in April that I was in the subclinical hypothyroid range, and I was in the Prediabetic range

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Your conditions are combined effects of Daily routine abnormalities,stress and thyroid dysfunction. Share your thyroid reports and weight and will plan accordingly. ...  Read More

My weight reduced from 89 to 83 in last six month, not much changing the diet and also facing acidity and bloating from last few days. Is there any serious issue?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Myself weight 120 kg I'm working in a govt sector have a child of 2 years have to look after everything self only as my husband working another and baby with me I have kept him day care in my offc time morning his nd mine same both have to get ready evening also same so no proper time for workout minimum 30 minutes with lot difficulty tht too two t

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Need a detailed assessment. Kindly contact for a consultation Don't worry, you can reduce weight ...  Read More

I'm a 27 year old female . I'm in my weight loss journey and doing gym regularly . During my periods can I do basic gym like treadmill and upper body weights

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Most women seem to managing well and you should too. All the best. J G S R clinic ...  Read More

I m hypothyroidism patient... i have this from the age i think 15 .. since then I have started thyronorm tablet... every 3 month its an routine that i take full body checkup that include lipid, cbc, urine,thyroid profile, kidney test ... I don't have any problem related to pcod ... recently I have received the results from the routine test ... fro

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I am suffering hypothyroidism with cervical spondylitis Continue left shoulder pain and chest pain since 1month TSh 14 Take etroxin 75 before 2month with thyrodinum 200 and cal carb 200 since 15 days Start thyrodinum 3x yes or no

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Better to consult the physician , constitutional prescription will heal the thyroid problems rather than clinical one. For the best cure consult me online ...  Read More

Hello doctor. My 8 year old daughter was very slim till last year suddenly gained weight but the weight is consistent. She is 115 cm and 28 kgs. She is physically active and very good in school. She rarely eats junk n sweets. We consulted paediatrician and he advised blood tests. Her t3, t4 are very low and tsh>496. Vit d is 6 B12- 165 Cholesterol

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Hypothyroidism is due to many causes. Since TSH is so high, get your child tested for antibodies ( ANTI TPO, anti TSH receptor antibodies). Some cases are reversible but some require lifelong support. ...  Read More

I have been doing brisk walk from last 2 months phase 9.5 sec /km I walk brisk walk for an hour and normal walk for another hour. Despite that weight don't seem to be loosing. What should I do.

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Good evening pls connect through practo app for dietary suggestions. ...  Read More

My weight is 72kg and my c section delivery 1and half year before , I m a breast feeding mother , pls suggest me any ayurvedic medicine to loss weight , as fast as possible . I do exercise daily 1hour in the morning from. 1week .

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Please consult me personally so that I can make you lose weight without exercise and also not compromising on your and your baby's health.. You can see the results in as little as 10 days with my per ...  Read More

I have hypothyroidism and take 75mg tablets daily. I want to lose weight but due to one or the other reasons I am not able to be physically active. I want to lose atleast 5-8kgs. I have hairloss and hair thinning and not able to concentrate on my diet

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Hello user There are many reason of being overweight or obese . Improper liver functions .Pcod . Endocrine imbalance ( diabetes/ thyroid) . Psychological problems . Physical inactive . Improper dietar ...  Read More

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