2007-02-17 03:40:55 · 3 answers · asked by sonal t 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
Weight gain during some medical treatments is not uncommon. The benefit of good health or recovery will enable you to return to a healthy lifestyle after the treatment.
In the meantime, talk to your physician as they know what you will be able to safely do to avoid some of the weight gain..Presumably, it is water retention that is part of the problem.... Limit sweet drinks like soda, watch your calorie intake and eat a balanced diet that is high in fiber, fruit, vegetables and protein. Watch your portion sizes and work with your doctor to create a meal plan that will keep you healthy during treatment. If you are able to perform some exercises as well, that would also be beneficial.... again, the emphasis is on your health and safety, without knowing what the treatment was for, the best advice I can provide is to limit portions, and talk to your doctor, that is part of their job, treating you to stay healthy and guiding you while you are in their care.
Hope this helps.
2007-02-17 04:47:48 · answer #1 · answered by Porterhouse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once you are off the steroids you lose the weight. If you have to be on them long term there is not much you can do as weight gain is one of the major side effects of steroids.
2007-02-17 11:50:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yup, if there is a will, there is a way.
You best place to start is at the Dr. Office. He will give you suggestions from what you should do and what you should avoid.
Plus, getting a specialized trainer to help you and understand your current situation. He will come up with a plan to help you start and give you that extra push to go farther.
cheers
2007-02-17 11:45:29 · answer #3 · answered by H Vice 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋