What Causes Rapid Weight Gain, Night Sweats, Bloating And Mood Swings?

Posted on Wed, 29 Jul 2015

Question: I am 41 yrs of age and female, and in the last year I have gained over 40lbs, I can't sleep, and when I do the next morning I don't feel rested at all. My brain stays in a fog for the most part. I have night sweats, I feel so bloated to the point I am miserable. I have had every test ran thought possible, thyroid, blood panel done. they all come back great. I don't have any of medical issues. My mood and thoughts are all over the place. The sleep part over the last year is really starting to take it toll. I need relieve. My doctors both said that I was too young for menopause, but every women in my family all went through menopause earlier. In 2005 I had ablation done so more period for me. help XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (42 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Symptomatic management will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,

I understand your concern.

Many of your symptoms are related to hormonal imbalance .

This is reflected as sleep imbalance and weight gain in your case.

I advise you to get a complete ultrasound abdomen before validating your history.

In case if the scan is normal,then medical management with Tab Orilistat 60 mg twice a day with meal for 3 months .

Likewise Tab Clonazepam 0.5 mg one tab at bedtime daily for 3 months will help to improve both your sleep and mood and offer large degree of relief.

This should be coupled by regular physical exercise at least 30 min a day.

Both these mentioned drugs have to be taken under strict medical supervision.

Post your further queries if any.

Thank you.

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