Hello,
Your symptom of sudden weight gain has the following causes:
1) Anti-psychotic drugs usage
2) Severe depression
3) Usage of corticosteroids
4) Hypothyroidism
5) Lack of exercise and
stress eating
6) Ovarian cysts
Kindly observe if any of the above causes fit your symptom. The following are few points to be kept in mind for a safe weight loss:
1) Cut the carbs
2) Moderate intake of fats
3) High proteins
4) Intermittent fasting i.e., like eating a proper meal only once daily for 3 days a week; other meals can be substituted by fruits and veggies or an egg and milk
5) Regular exercise for 45 mins daily, 5 days a week is a must
6) If using any medication that may cause weight gain, talk to the prescribing doctor for alternatives or reduction in dosage.
With all the above efforts for at least regularly 2 months, no improvement is seen, you may need a detailed evaluation.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist