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Symptoms & Signs Index |
| Weight Gain | |
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Definition: A condition that is characterized by excessive accumulation and storage of fat in the body and that in an adult is typically indicated by a body mass index of 30 or greater |
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Medical terms related to
weight gain : Obesity, Fat, Body, Fluid Retention, Gain, Weight, Overweight |
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Common
causes of weight gain: o Overeating and lack of exercise o Pregnancy o Fitness o Poor eating habits (high-carbohydrate, high-calorie diet) o Emotional factors such as guilt, depression, and anxiety o Slower metabolism, which is normal with aging o Smoking cessation o Alcohol consumption o Cushing's Syndrome: Excess corticosteroids and especially cortisol usually from adrenal or pituitary hyperfunction marked by a variety of signs and symptoms including especially a change in appearance marked by moon facies with plethora, obesity, easy bruising, slow wound healing, and hypokalemia;called also adrenogenital syndrome.
Other Causes of
weight gain: |
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Call your
doctor if weight gain is
accompanied by: o Change in vision o Sensitivity to cold, constipation, and hair loss o Swollen feet and shortness of breath o Excessive and progressive weight gain |
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Diagnostic tests
that may be performed include: o Nutritional assessment o Blood tests including chemistry profile o Measurement of hormone levels |
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Medications
for weight gain may
include: o Sibutramine (Meridia) o Orlistat (Xenical) |
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