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What Causes Weight Gain Around The Waist?

I am a 63 year old, healthy and active man - 6 6 , 245 lbs. I walk 4-5 miles/day 5 days/week. Recently I have seen a sudden expansion of my waist. I went from a 38 waist to 42 in about 6 weeks. My diet has not changed, my activity level is the same- actually I have added distance in an attempt to lose weight. Can you suggest a cause?
Fri, 21 Oct 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description , possibility of centripetal obesity (more fat accumulation in waist area) is more.
This kind of obesity is commonly seen with diabetes, hypothyroidism, dyslipidemia etc.
So better to get done blood reports like sugar level, thyroid function test, lipid profile etc.
So consult doctor and discuss about these reports.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Weight Gain Around The Waist?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description , possibility of centripetal obesity (more fat accumulation in waist area) is more. This kind of obesity is commonly seen with diabetes, hypothyroidism, dyslipidemia etc. So better to get done blood reports like sugar level, thyroid function test, lipid profile etc. So consult doctor and discuss about these reports. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.