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What Causes Weight Gain Along With Dry Skin, Itching And Fatigue?

recently quit smoking after 60 yrs; I am 77. colon cancer 2009, chemo six months. increasing neuropothy in hands, feet,lower legs. some spine issues - refused surgery. slight circulation problem right leg. have wgt gain, hair loss, dry skin, intense itching, fatigue , loss of interest (depression?). Should I get test for hypothyroid?
Wed, 1 Mar 2017
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Thanks for writing to Health Care magic, I am Dr , Muhammad Ahmad , I have read your question closely, I understand your concern and will be helping you with your health related problem.

Yes i believe you should get your hypothyroid check also discuss about medicine side effect of weight gain with doctor keep a good lifestyle which ccan help you stay healthy stay active.



I hope this answered your question, If you have more queries I am happy to answer you.
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Dr.Muhammad Ahmad
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What Causes Weight Gain Along With Dry Skin, Itching And Fatigue?

Hello, Thanks for writing to Health Care magic, I am Dr , Muhammad Ahmad , I have read your question closely, I understand your concern and will be helping you with your health related problem. Yes i believe you should get your hypothyroid check also discuss about medicine side effect of weight gain with doctor keep a good lifestyle which ccan help you stay healthy stay active. I hope this answered your question, If you have more queries I am happy to answer you. Regards. Dr.Muhammad Ahmad