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Does Anxiety Effect The Weight Of A Person?

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Posted on Tue, 17 Mar 2015
Question: Does my anxiety suppose to effect my weight i weigh 163pounds lost 7.What does it mean?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (9 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Have you been tested for hyperthyroidism?

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about what you are experiencing. Anxiety should not affect weight. However, other common causes of anxiety like hyperthyroidism would cause weight loss. With this added information, I will suggest that your doctor evaluates you for possible hyperthyroidism through a detailed exam and laboratory investigations. I have a feeling this anxiety might be caused by this. Let's investigate.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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Does Anxiety Effect The Weight Of A Person?

Brief Answer: Have you been tested for hyperthyroidism? Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks for this query. I am so sorry to hear about what you are experiencing. Anxiety should not affect weight. However, other common causes of anxiety like hyperthyroidism would cause weight loss. With this added information, I will suggest that your doctor evaluates you for possible hyperthyroidism through a detailed exam and laboratory investigations. I have a feeling this anxiety might be caused by this. Let's investigate. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.