Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Substantial Weight Gain In Mid Section Of The Body?
Hi, I had a laparotomy to remove 3 cysts from my womb 6 months ago. I am a healthy, active 32 year old, but have put on substantial weight only around my mid section and lower hips - I have reduced calorie intake, increased cardio and core training but it can not shift the extra weight (have gone up a dress size on my lower half, no change up top). Is this a common problem?
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
Hi,
Thank you for trusting us in HCM. It is a common problem with age and hormonal changes women tend to notice differences in the distribution of fat in the body and usually it concentrates in hips and lowers part of the body. Nevertheless under controlled diet and exercise the problem should be solved. Please refer to your primary care physician and ask for a hormonal workup for the thyroid gland.
Best regards,
Dr. Nazzal
Thank you for trusting us in HCM. It is a common problem with age and hormonal changes women tend to notice differences in the distribution of fat in the body and usually it concentrates in hips and lowers part of the body. Nevertheless under controlled diet and exercise the problem should be solved. Please refer to your primary care physician and ask for a hormonal workup for the thyroid gland.
Best regards,
Dr. Nazzal
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....