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Hi! i'm 17 years old and is severely underweight. my height is 165cm and weight is 40kg. i've been trying to gain weight but i can't .
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Underweight: Usually the doctor will check for any medical condition that have caused you to be underweight, you may need blood work. Detailed health/family history, nutritional assessment and physical exam is needed to be able to make the right recommendation.
Answered 6/9/2017
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