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A member asked:

I was 48kgs 4 months back and suddenly gained 9 kgs within 4-5 weeks due to increased levels of insulin and pco syndrome.

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Hyperinsulinism: If it is true you have hyperinsulinism and you started to gain too much weight in a short period of time, then you have to be aware of your predisposition to obesity and diabetes mellitus. Some times in your condition, sometimes metformin is helpful.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 12/29/2014

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