Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Brittle Nails, Hair Loss And Irregular Periods
All of my life I have fought weight gain, intolerance to cold, brittle nails, and hair loss, and absence or infrequent menstrual periods. My thyroid (TSH) tests all come back normal. Could I still have hypothyroidism even though the test says my thyroid is normal? I m experiencing more weight gain now that I m in my 60 s even though I walk 45 minutes 4-5 days a week, have cut my food intake in half and lead an active lifestyle.
posted on
Tue, 1 Mar 2016
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Mon, 30 May 2016
Answered on
Tue, 31 May 2016
Last reviewed on
hello there
I understand your concern
Your weight gain is probably because of an imbalance between the physical activity and the food that you have been having at the age of 60.
You have to increase your activity further than what you've been doing to get results..and no you cant be having hypothyroidism when the reports are normal
hope that helps
I understand your concern
Your weight gain is probably because of an imbalance between the physical activity and the food that you have been having at the age of 60.
You have to increase your activity further than what you've been doing to get results..and no you cant be having hypothyroidism when the reports are normal
hope that helps
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....