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A member asked:

Cant lose weight do i need endocronologist?

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Dr. Emil Shakov answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

No but you: Should see a qualified weight loss doctor that can sit with you and review your previous attempts and help you get on a program that is right for you.

Answered 11/16/2013

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Gained 15kg 1 year.Saw endocrinologist.Suspects estrogen dominance.Both blood tests done previously were on my period.Given utrogestan 100mg days 18-25 cycle.Used for 2 months.Weight continues to go up.34 years old.

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