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 hair is thin and I have put on weight. Could this be due to increased TSH levels?
Query: Hi doctor,I have had thin and rough hairs on my scalp for five years, and gradually over the period of two years, I have put on weight. Earlier, I was 63 kg, and now 68 kg due to social eating. Around seven years ago, I had my thyroid tests by trichologists, and attached the reports for you to check... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Increasing levels of TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) but normal T3 and T4 are commonly seen in Indian women, called subclinical hypothyroidism. This is totally idiopathic (no specific reason) but can be maintained by some lifestyle practices l... Read Full »
I have a migraine problem and weight loss. Please suggest me how to gain weight.
Query: Hello doctor,I have a migraine problem but side by side I have a problem of weight loss too. I am married and have two children. Please suggest me how to gain weight. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Migraine is such a disorder with some symptoms like headache, nasal, eye, forehead pressure, etc., climate or weather change or allergic prone also. Any time often can be attacked. There fore I think no direct relation with weight. So you have taken both but in a sep... Read Full »