Weight Gain

  • An increase in muscle mass, body fat, or fluid retention can produce weight gain. Weight gain can be a symptom of an underlying medical condition. Temporary weight gain can result from conditions such as pregnancy or taking certain medications. Weight gain can be a desired outcome for individuals who are underweight.MedlinePlus: Definition MedicineNet: Weight Gain
  • Apples and Pears

    Weight gain in the midsection can either be deposited primarily around the belly, causing an apple shape, or around the hips, creating a pear silhouette. A waist to hip ratio of ,8 or above is defined as apple, a lower ratio is categorized as pear. The apple style of weight gain has been linked to a higher risk of developing health problems such as heart disease, diabetes and breast cancer. Pear shaped women may have a higher risk of osteoporosisCBS News: Are You A Pear Or An Apple (February 28, 2005) MedlinePlus: Different Types of Weight Gain
  • Causes

    Some causes of weight gain are a slow metabolism, taking in more calories than are expended, quitting smoking, pregnancy and disease. Some diseases that can cause weight gain include eating disorders, depression, heart failure, kidney failure, cirrhosis of the liver, Cushing's syndrome, and hypothyroidism.MedlinePlus: Causes BBC Health: Your Weight WrongDiagnosis: Causes of Weight Gain
  • Hypothyroidism

    Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body is not making enough thyroid hormones. Having low levels of thyroid hormone affects your metabolism. Some of the symptoms caused by hypothyroidism include weight gain, fatigue and depression.UpToDate: Hypothyroidism
  • Disclaimer

    The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor if you are concerned about weight gain.

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