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I have physical, mental and social problems that is causing me to be underweight?
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Yes indeed.: Thinking all contribute to that. I would recommend that you see your family practitioner who can outline for you a program for essential weight gain. You may need the help of the dietitian or the addition of a medication that will stimulate your appetite. Those medications include cyproheptadine, remeron, and in extreme cases zyprexa (olanzapine). Make sure that any psychological condition that you may have is being treated both with psychotherapy and with medication. Try to get your stress level lowered down so you can get well to the upcoming holiday season. Best wishes.Please make sure that your family practitioner rules out causes of weight-loss that are physical, for example hyperthyroidism.
Answered 12/8/2013
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