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How To Reduce Stomach Bloating And Weight?

I ve used Percocets for several months and stopped using them a few months ago - since then noticed I ve gained 20 pounds and I also feel bloated. Most of the weight I ve gained is around my stomach my thighs and my buttock area. I stopped using Percocets several months ago however I am now experiencing digestive issues and the weight gain along with the bloating. Is there anything I can do to help lose the weight and get rid of the bloating? I run over 4-6 miles 4 to 5 times a week and eat normal calories but I m having a hard time losing the weight any suggestions? (Also have water retention)
Thu, 31 Dec 2020
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Hi,

The weight gain around the stomach, thighs and buttcks can be due to the following reason:
*Steroid intake in past.
* Familial or hereditary.
* Common to occur in female patients.
* Water retention as you have mentioned.
I would suggest you the following:
Clinical examination by a Physician to have clinical diagnosis.
Relevant tests of blood for steroid that is cortisol, lipid profile, other hormonal tests, proteins.
Consult a Bariatric surgical and medical team as they are an expert in the field to find the cause and also treat you as per the findings.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon
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How To Reduce Stomach Bloating And Weight?

Hi, The weight gain around the stomach, thighs and buttcks can be due to the following reason: *Steroid intake in past. * Familial or hereditary. * Common to occur in female patients. * Water retention as you have mentioned. I would suggest you the following: Clinical examination by a Physician to have clinical diagnosis. Relevant tests of blood for steroid that is cortisol, lipid profile, other hormonal tests, proteins. Consult a Bariatric surgical and medical team as they are an expert in the field to find the cause and also treat you as per the findings. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon