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What Causes Rapid Weight Gain And Swollen Limbs?

My 15 year old daughter has gained 40 pounds in 2 months. I thought all along it was fluid build up. Then last night her limbs were swollen due to fluid build up. Have been taking her to dr for 2 months and they tend to make lite. Went to er all bllod test were normal. Going to see pcp today. What could be the problem. Very difficult time for a 15 year old girl. I need to find a competant dr for this. I am going to ask the pcp for one. He refered us toa childrens gastro dr and she found nothing. Appearred she thought we were crazy. Very upset with the dr's as they seem to have no clue and really don't care.
Thu, 25 Sep 2014
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HI

Thanks for posting your query .

Yes weight gain with swelling of legs indicates fluid retention in the body . But is causing the fluid retention has to be evaluated.

Common conditions causing Fluid retention :

1. Kidney Problems : Certain diseases like Nephrotic syndrome , Nephritis syndrome , or Kidney failure . You need to get certain tests done to see if she is having these problems . ( Tests will be mentioned at the end )

2. Low Protein Levels in Blood : Can occur due to malnutrition or loss of protein in stools or urine .

3. Thyroid Disease :

4. Heart Problems :

I advise you to get the following tests done and revert back with reports .

Complete Hemogram , Urine Routine , Serum Creatinine , Serum Albumin , TSH , Ultrasound Abdomen and 2D Echo .

Looking forward for your reply .
Any clarifications feel free to ask .

Regards.
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What Causes Rapid Weight Gain And Swollen Limbs?

HI Thanks for posting your query . Yes weight gain with swelling of legs indicates fluid retention in the body . But is causing the fluid retention has to be evaluated. Common conditions causing Fluid retention : 1. Kidney Problems : Certain diseases like Nephrotic syndrome , Nephritis syndrome , or Kidney failure . You need to get certain tests done to see if she is having these problems . ( Tests will be mentioned at the end ) 2. Low Protein Levels in Blood : Can occur due to malnutrition or loss of protein in stools or urine . 3. Thyroid Disease : 4. Heart Problems : I advise you to get the following tests done and revert back with reports . Complete Hemogram , Urine Routine , Serum Creatinine , Serum Albumin , TSH , Ultrasound Abdomen and 2D Echo . Looking forward for your reply . Any clarifications feel free to ask . Regards.