Question 1

i have had very loose stools to diarrhea daily for 8 years. i also have bloating, pain, gas and weight gain. i was diagnosed with sibo, finally tried xyfaxan but no relief. now dr says i might have microscopic colitis. but, what about the weight gain?

Accepted Answer

: Those two do not add up I agree. Discuss again.

Question 2

what can i do for safe rapid weight gain ?

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You weight what?: 1 kg = 2.2 pounds. You would have to be  as tiny as a premature baby to only weigh 1 kg. It would be best to work with a nutritionist.

Question 3

what physical side effects of rapid weight gain are there?

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Many: Eventually: diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, orthopedic problems, falls and accidents, infertility, poor self image and occ depression, cardiovascular disease, sleep disorders, heart attacks, strokes, etc. The list is longer, but i think you've got the idea already.

Question 4

can boiled peanuts cause rapid weight gain?

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See below: Any food can cause weight gain, if you eat enough calories. But, boiled peanuts are not a specific risk for weight gain.

Question 5

anorexia recovery rapid weight gain, what to do?

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A team treatment: Approach is really important in recovery  from anorexia nervosa. Recommend haivng input from a nutritionist, your physician and a behavioral health provider. Take care.

Question 6

is it bad to take supplements for rapid weight gain?

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Supplements: Supplements vary. Most are balanced vitamins, altered beef protein and some contain essential fatty acids and carbohydrates. Eat a healthy diet with adequate calories and you may not need to depend on these.

Question 7

rapid weight gain during early pregnancy?

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D/w ob-gyn: You should d/w your ob-gyn what is appropriate wt gain for you.  Women who are thinner to begin with are expected to gain more wt than women who are overweight or obese when they become pregnant.

Question 8

can pcos cause rapid weight gain?

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Yes: But other metabolic problems must be ruled out; hypothyroidism and diabetes are among the many possibilities.

Question 9

what to do if i have rapid weight gain at 36 weeks pregnant?

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Rapid weight gain: Make a rapid trip to your obstetrician. If things are going OK - most likely - you are fine. If the doctor is even a little bit concerned she/he will take even closer care of you.

Question 10

rapid weight gain in the last few months?

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Need more : Information.  How much weight did you gain. What is your height and weight.  Any change in activity?

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I have had very loose stools to diarrhea daily for 8 years. i also have bloating, pain, gas and weight gain. i was diagnosed with sibo, finally tried xyfaxan but no relief. now dr says i might have microscopic colitis. but, what about the weight gain?

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What can i do for safe rapid weight gain ?

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What physical side effects of rapid weight gain are there?

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Can boiled peanuts cause rapid weight gain?

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Anorexia recovery rapid weight gain, what to do?

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Is it bad to take supplements for rapid weight gain?

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Rapid weight gain during early pregnancy?

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Can pcos cause rapid weight gain?

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What to do if i have rapid weight gain at 36 weeks pregnant?

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Rapid weight gain in the last few months?

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