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Im 17, have an apple shaped body, very bony, ive tried to gain weight but only gain in the midsection, i have indigestion issues, i eat healthy, fix?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Apple shaped: This is probably a good time for your doctor to refer you to a gastroenterologist to see what can be done about your body and, more importantly, your indigestion.shape

Answered 12/14/2014

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A member asked:

Im 17, have an apple shaped body, very bony, ive tried to gain weight but only gain in the midsection, i have indigestion issues, i eat healthy, fix?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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