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Can Low Serotonin Levels Lead To Increased Sleep And Weight Gain In A Hypothyroid Person?
I have been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism I also have anxiety and some depression. I have gained 80 lbs in a year, while I teach aqua aerobics 4 times per week as well as take classes from other teachers and play water volleyball 2 times per week. I am active. I shouldn't be gaining weight. I also notice that I sleep a lot, especially on the weekends when I have days off. I wonder if my Serotonin levels are too low. I am on medications, and they seem to work but again, I sleep way too much and the weight gain is impossible to accept. Can you help me figure this out?
Thu, 13 Feb 2014
Dear Madam,
Hypothyroidism is the main cause of weight gain in females and it can be one of the presenting symptoms along with fatigue and laziness also.
Dr. Shruti
Hypothyroidism is the main cause of weight gain in females and it can be one of the presenting symptoms along with fatigue and laziness also.
Dr. Shruti
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