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Cause For Sudden Gaining In Weight?

Age 28 height 5'7". Hi I am hypothyroid ,and am using Levothyroxine, and I have pcos too. I used to be 145 pounds an year ago but since then I atarted gaining weight now I am 182 pounds. My thyroid levels are normal. By any chance, could you tell me what the problem is? And also I am thinking of taking herbalife products for weight , are they safe to use? Does those have any a effect on getting pregnant in future?
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
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hi,
Thank you for posting your query in Health Care Magic, i understand your concern.
The ideal weight considering your age and height is around 130-160 pounds. With both weight gaining conditions like hypothyroidism and PCOS you are expected to put on a little extra pounds . Though you have your thyroid hormone levels in normal limits the PCOS condition could be causing your weight gain.
Please get a hormone test done to determine your FSH, LH levels.
Taking herbalife or any other weight loss products wont be much effective if you are not maintaining balanced diet with good exercise.
PCOS condition might be an issue if you planning to concieve in the near future, I suggest you to consult a gynaecologist to help you with it.
Meanwhile also meet a physician to modify your dose of Levothyroxine if needed.
Hope this helps, wish you good health.
Do write back to us if you need further assistance.
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Cause For Sudden Gaining In Weight?

hi, Thank you for posting your query in Health Care Magic, i understand your concern. The ideal weight considering your age and height is around 130-160 pounds. With both weight gaining conditions like hypothyroidism and PCOS you are expected to put on a little extra pounds . Though you have your thyroid hormone levels in normal limits the PCOS condition could be causing your weight gain. Please get a hormone test done to determine your FSH, LH levels. Taking herbalife or any other weight loss products wont be much effective if you are not maintaining balanced diet with good exercise. PCOS condition might be an issue if you planning to concieve in the near future, I suggest you to consult a gynaecologist to help you with it. Meanwhile also meet a physician to modify your dose of Levothyroxine if needed. Hope this helps, wish you good health. Do write back to us if you need further assistance.