Brief Answer:
You need to get your thyroid levels checked

Detailed Answer:
Thanks Doctor for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through the details provided and understand your concerns. But let me remark that for weight gain to occur, the total amount of energy intake in the form of food has to be greater than the total energy output throughout the day. For weight gain to have occurred, there has to be a discrepancy somewhere in the chain. It could be that you currently have a lower metabolic rate and hence your body is storing calories instead of spending them. Thyroid is a gland that controls our metabolism and energy levels. It could be due to deficiency of thyroid hormones and I would suggest you to get your thyroid profile checked. Low thyroid levels could also give rise to diarrhea and loss of appetite.

Please note that when the amount of energy taken in as food is greater than the total energy expenditure, weight gain results. Needless to say that you need to cut down on your food intake.

Please see if your doctor has already check the thyroid levels. If already checked, I would be glad if you could specifically mention the details of the levels of TSH and T4. If not, I would suggest you to get it done. The answers will help me in better answering your query.

Regards

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Brief Answer:
You have to make up for the salt and water lost during diarrhea

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back. I am sorry that I missed your concern. The present weight loss is more likely to have occurred due to dehydration as a result of the salt and water lost during the diarrhea. In such a case all you need to do is to take good amounts of fluids and water. In the future, if you ever have diarrhea be sure to take ORS (oral rehydration solution) to replenish for the salt and water loss.

Please be patient. Eat normally, preferably a diet containing a good amount of green leafy vegetables and adequate amounts of proteins. Drink water. Exercise regularly. Your weight and energy levels as well as your appetite will soon be back to normal.

Regards

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Brief Answer:
You need to understand the situation

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back. But the things to be done are:
* Take plenty of fluids. They will make up for the weight lost due to salt and water loss
* Our body is made of proteins. Take protein rich food. Animal sources include fish, egg and meat. Plant sources include spinach, carrots, tomatoes, soyabeans etc.
* Back it up with proper exercise. Regular morning walk and exercise is a must. It will also help you get your energy levels back.

Regards

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