Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid-Related Weight Gain
Thyroid-related weight gain occurs when hypothyroidism slows metabolism, making it difficult to lose weight despite diet and exercise. Proper thyroid hormone replacement combined with lifestyle changes helps restore healthy weight.
Warning Signs & Symptoms
Common Causes
🔍Reduced metabolic rate from low thyroid hormones
🔍Decreased calorie burning at rest
🔍Fluid retention
🔍Reduced physical activity due to fatigue
🔍Hormonal imbalances affecting appetite
Diagnostic Tests
✓TSH and Free T4 testing
✓Metabolic rate assessment
✓Body composition analysis
✓Thyroid antibody testing
✓Comprehensive metabolic panel
Treatment Options
💊Levothyroxine optimization
💊Dietary counseling and meal planning
💊Exercise program (cardio and strength training)
💊Metabolic support supplements
💊Regular weight and TSH monitoring
Recommended Specialist
Dr Sanjay Kumar Thakur
MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), Diabetes Fellowship (CMC Vellore), Oncology Fellowship (Royal Marsden Hospital, UK), DFID Certification
25+ years
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