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Underweight, want to increase my weight - #11663

Ashis Kumar Das

Almost 6 feet I'm, but weight is only 51 kg, lost appetite, tried multiple protein sources before, but couldn't find best. Please help me put of this situation. Do i need to take any medicine to increase weight?

Age: 24
Chronic illnesses: Nothing
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Dr. Perambalur Ayyadurai Rohith
I am a general physician with more than 10 yr of clinical experiance, and in this time I worked with patients from all age groups, from young kids to elderly with multiple chronic issues. My practice has been wide, but I gradually developed deeper intrest in diabetology. I spend much of my day focusing on prevention, early diagnosis and management of diabetes, using lifestyle modification, medical therapy and regular monitoring. Many patients come worried about complications, and I try to explain things in simple language, whether it is diet, excercise, or understanding lab reports, so they dont feel lost. I also conduct detailed diagnostic evaluation and use evidence based protocols to make sure treatment is reliable and updated, even if sometimes I double check myself when results dont match the clinical picture. Apart from regular OPD practice, I gained strong experiance in occupational health. Over years I worked with multiple companies handling pre employment checks, annual medical exams, workplace wellness programs, and ensuring compliance with industrial health and safety standards. It is diffrent from hospital practice, but equally important, because healthy workers mean safe and productive workplace. I run medical surveillance programs and health awareness sessions in collaboration with corporates, and this also gave me exposure to preventive strategies on a large scale. For me, patient care is not just treatment but building trust. My career revolve around preventive medicine, ethical clinical practice, and continuous learning. I keep myself updated with modern medical protocols, but I also value listening to patient worries, since medicine is not only about lab values but also about how a person feels in daily life. I make mistakes in words sometimes, but in my work I try to be very precise. At end of day, my aim is to provide care that is accessible, evidence based and truly centered on patient well being.
28 minutes ago
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1.Your BMI is very low, and loss of appetite is a main reason for not gaining weight.

2.First step is to rule out causes like thyroid issues, diabetes, or stomach problems.

3.Instead of only protein, focus on balanced diet with carbs, healthy fats, and proteins.

4.Eat small frequent meals, add nuts, milkshakes, peanut butter, eggs, and rice regularly.

5.Medicines are not the first option appetite boosters or supplements are used only if needed after evaluation.

6.Meeting a doctor for basic blood tests and a diet plan will help you gain weight safely.

7.With proper diet and medical guidance, weight gain is possible in a healthy way don’t rely only on quick medicines.

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Dr. Bharat Joshi
I’m a periodontist and academician with a strong clinical and teaching background. Over the last 4 years and 8 months, I’ve been actively involved in dental education, guiding students at multiple levels including dental hygienist, BDS, and MDS programs. Currently, I serve as a Reader at MMCDSR in Ambala, Haryana—a role that allows me to merge my academic passion with hands-on experience. Clinically, I’ve been practicing dentistry for the past 12 years. From routine procedures like scaling and root planing to more advanced cases involving grafts, biopsies, and implant surgeries. Honestly, I still find joy in doing a simple RCT when it’s needed. It’s not just about the procedure but making sure the patient feels comfortable and safe. Academically, I have 26 research publications to my credit. I’m on the editorial boards of the Archives of Dental Research and Journal of Dental Research and Oral Health, and I’ve spent a lot of time reviewing manuscripts—from case reports to meta-analyses and even book reviews. I was honored to receive the “Best Editor” award by Innovative Publications, and Athena Publications recognized me as an “excellent reviewer,” which honestly came as a bit of a surprise! In 2025, I had the opportunity to present a guest lecture in Italy on traumatic oral lesions. Sharing my work and learning from peers globally has been incredibly fulfilling. Outside academics and clinics, I’ve also worked in the pharmaceutical sector as a Drug Safety Associate for about 3 years, focusing on pharmacovigilance. That role really sharpened my attention to detail and deepened my understanding of drug interactions and adverse effects. My goal is to keep learning, and give every patient and student my absolute best.
27 minutes ago
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Hello dear See as per your height weight ratio and BMR analysis your weight should be 70-74 kg See it seems either any metabolic disorder or malnutrition I suggest you to please get following tests done and share reports with general physician or dietician for better clarification Serum TSH Rbs Rft Lft Serum ferritin Kindly share the details with general physician or dietician for better clarification Please follow below instructions Do exercises especially weight gaining Take zincovit multivitamin therapy Avoid alcohol or smoking if taking already Avoid food supplements without consulting the concerned doctor Include nuts and grams in your diet In case of no recovery consult dietician Please donot take any medications without consulting the concerned doctor Regards

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