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What Causes Weight Gain And Pressure Near Anus And Vagina While Taking Abilify?

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Posted on Wed, 25 Jun 2014
Question: I have Polycystic ovarian syndrome. lately ive put on a lot of weight, granted i am on abilify. tonight my ankles are swollen and i have some abdominal discomfort and feel pressure near my vagina and anus. i feel nauseous too.
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Answered by Dr. Som Biswas (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Side effects of abilify

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.

Yes abilify will cause weight gain.It can also cause constipation and abdominal discomfort leading to pressure near anus and vagina.

Nausea is also a side effect.

Also Polycystic ovarian syndrome has weight gain as a component.


I will advise to consult your psychiatrist to reduce the dosage or change to another drug.

For Polycystic ovarian syndrome you can start on Tablet Metformin and Oral Hormonal Pills.

Also do regular exercise and take balanced diet.

Regards.
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What Causes Weight Gain And Pressure Near Anus And Vagina While Taking Abilify?

Brief Answer: Side effects of abilify Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns. Yes abilify will cause weight gain.It can also cause constipation and abdominal discomfort leading to pressure near anus and vagina. Nausea is also a side effect. Also Polycystic ovarian syndrome has weight gain as a component. I will advise to consult your psychiatrist to reduce the dosage or change to another drug. For Polycystic ovarian syndrome you can start on Tablet Metformin and Oral Hormonal Pills. Also do regular exercise and take balanced diet. Regards.