iCliniq Logo
HomeAnswersInternal Medicinegain weight

Why am I experiencing rapid weight gain and hair fall after typhoid recovery?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I suffered from typhoid two to three months back and after the recovery I have gained a lot of weight, about 17 kg.

I am also experiencing hair fall and severe dandruff in winter.

Please tell me what can I do to lose weight and stop hair fall.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your concern in detail and I will surely help you out.

Weight gain and hair loss are typical symptoms of hypothyroidism. I would suggest you get your thyroid profile done. I am suggestin you of the medications temporarily to cure your symptoms. Take the tablet Metformin 1 g twice daily for one month. Use the shampoo Anaboom AD (Zinc pyrithione, Amodimethicone, Bromelain, Cetyl alcohol, Panthenol, etc.) while bathing every alternate day for dandruff. Kindly share your thyroid profile report with me or with your local physician.

I hope this helps.

Kindly revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At February 28, 2022
Reviewed AtOctober 14, 2022

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Listen to related tracks in our music library

Ask your health query to a doctor online

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.