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I want to reduce my weight
After completing the tuberculosis treatment in this year February fully my weight has been increased alot. Before when I was affected by TB it was 53kg and then it became 55kg then slowly during treatment course it became 58 and now it has raised upto 62kg by this year now after march. I dont even eat outside meals,or non veg,I do yoga and even sleep on time.i dont even overeat homemade food too. And im not married. So what could be causing this sudden rise in weight? Im so worried and want to reduce 4kgs atleast soon. Becoming slim and fit.
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This is common after recovering from tuberculosis. What was your weight before tubercosis was diagnosed?
For weight reduction
First do thyroid profile , blood sugar and lipid profile.
Then start regular moderate intensity exercise (30-60mins per day)
Dietary restriction ( calorie restriction or intermittent fasting )
Doing this for 2 months will definitely reduce your weight by 4-5 kg.
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Weight gain is common after recovery from any major illness.
But to check it further, avoid sugary, fatty food, take more of fresh vegetables, fruits, drink more water, exercise regularly, avoid sitting continuously for long time, wait and watch.
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Have physical activity like exercise,
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Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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It's common after recovery.
Stop milk, sugar n milk products.
Add walk, yoga is good specially Surya namaskar. Skip one meal, dinner before .6.30pm one plate devide in four part. Add salad, cooked green vegi, third protein, fourth carb. Add a small spoon ghee its good fat.
When u skip add sald n fruits, green juice.
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Is is common and expected during recovery.
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Hello,
I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician (Ex Govt Medical Officer at RML Hospital, New Delhi), and your case has been allotted to me.
Thank you for explaining your concern clearly. I understand why this sudden weight gain is worrying for you.
Based on your history, this weight gain after TB treatment is actually quite common and usually indicates recovery and improved nutrition. During TB, the body is in a catabolic state, and after treatment, it shifts back to normal, leading to weight gain.
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Possible reasons in your case
• Post TB recovery and improved appetite absorption
• Reduced metabolic stress after infection
• Possible fluid retention or low activity levels
• Rarely hormonal causes like thyroid imbalance
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What you should do now
• Continue regular physical activity preferably brisk walking or light strength training
• Maintain portion control even with healthy food
• Increase protein intake and reduce excess carbs
• Avoid frequent snacking
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Tests you can consider
• TSH to rule out thyroid imbalance
• Fasting sugar or HbA1c
• Basic metabolic profile if needed
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Target and expectation
• Aim for gradual weight loss of 2 to 4 kg over 6 to 8 weeks
• Avoid crash dieting
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Important reassurance
Your current weight gain is not dangerous and is most likely part of normal recovery. With simple lifestyle measures, it is easily reversible.
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For a structured diet and exercise plan tailored to you, you can reach out to me directly on
WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven.
Wishing you good health and fitness.
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician
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Join a gym membership. And start daily excercise. In diet intake of more protein and fibrous food and reduce amount of lipids /fats and also carbs.
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After completing TB treatment course, weight gain is usually common due to nutritional recovery , it is not a disease to worry about. But you can test for TSH/fT4, FBS, HbA1c to rule out other cause. Continue yoga, light exercise with healthy lifestyle, you can easily reduce 3-4 kg weight.
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this pattern is actually very common after recovering from TB, and in most cases it’s a good sign of recovery, not a disease.
just have clean diet , workout for at list 150 min in a week and maintain healthy lifestyle, keep enough hydration, prefer intermittent fasting, and check thyroid profile
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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