I've recently gained a significant amount of weight for no apparent reason (haven't been eating any more or differently) and I'm concerned I may have a health condition that's causing the weight gain.
I want to go in to get some blood tests done but don't know which tests to ask for. I know Thyroid problems and Diabetes can cause weight gain, which I'll get tested, but I'm wondering what other medical conditions can cause weight gain? Thanks.
2007-03-13 12:41:09 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
It's the doctor's responsibility to determine which tests are run. Relax, just make an appointment.
2007-03-13 12:46:56 · answer #1 · answered by Neil L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those two - Diabetes and Thyroid, and stress. If you have a lot of stress that is a good cause. ... also slow metabolism ...
Very rare - tumor, and usually benign.
Don't delay, go to the doctor. I gained weight myself over winter. My doctor told me most people gain weight on winter. Winter is the most stressful time of the year.
If you wanna help yourself with the weight don't eat anything after 7 pm (or at least 4 hours before bed) and downsize your meal portion.
Good luck!
2007-03-13 20:10:17 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ FairLady ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a thyroid problem, and it decreased my weight, because it was over active. The same thing can hold true for an under active thyroid, but it will cause you to gain weight, because your metabolism is not at its optimal functioning level.
2007-03-13 19:52:43 · answer #3 · answered by Theodore M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An under active thyroid can to that, and several other things. A Dr. could help you with the testing, and I don't think it's a very big deal. Peace of mind is worth the cost, not to mention your self image.
2007-03-13 19:47:52 · answer #4 · answered by Dust in the wind 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cushing's can cause weight gain too but there are some unmistakeable telltale signs that your doctor will notice. Thyrotoxicosis and diabetes are the two most common likely medical causes.
2007-03-15 06:08:50 · answer #5 · answered by ah_gan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See a doctor. He or she will know which tests to order. If you're on inhalers for asthma, you'll gain weight. If you're eating more calories than you're burning, you'll gain weight.
Is better to find out than worry about it.
2007-03-13 19:45:14 · answer #6 · answered by beez 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
JUST GO TO THE DOCTOR and ask him what he thinks could be that casue.
If you go tothe doctor with a list of suspected conditions he will think that you are sick in your mind and not be too concerned about your body.
2007-03-13 19:45:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know females who are on birth control gain weight. But besides that i know what you know.
2007-03-13 19:49:42 · answer #8 · answered by paigeamber07 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good site you may want to check out is discoveryhealth.com and research some diseases
2007-03-13 19:55:26 · answer #9 · answered by luminous 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tumors,
Check here, give it your symptoms and it spits out possible problems.
2007-03-13 19:46:48 · answer #10 · answered by Old guy 124 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋