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I am a 77 year old male in generally good health. I am 5 8 and have weighed 133-134 for some time. About 5 days ago I weighed as usual in the morning and weighed 138, the next day 137 and I have weighed one or the other the last 5 days. Prior to this I had never weighed over 134, even after a day or two of eating more than usual. Is the sudden weight gain cause of concern?
According to your complain you have problem of sudden change in your weight that may be because of thyroid gland problem...
In hypothyroidism more weight gain occurs. Check your thyroid hormone levels first.. Consult a physician for further diagnosis.. Detail history and physical examination give exact idea....
I hope my guidance helpful to you... Take care. Thank you.
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Is Sudden Weight Gain A Cause Of Concern?
Hi... Welcome to healthcare magic.. According to your complain you have problem of sudden change in your weight that may be because of thyroid gland problem... In hypothyroidism more weight gain occurs. Check your thyroid hormone levels first.. Consult a physician for further diagnosis.. Detail history and physical examination give exact idea.... I hope my guidance helpful to you... Take care. Thank you.