3 Medical Conditions that cause rapid weight gain!

Weight gain can occur due to various factors, sometimes stemming from medical conditions or medications.

A clear example illustrating this is Anant Ambani, the son of Asia's wealthiest individual, who experiences uncontrollable weight gain. 

Why is he so obese?

It's not due to laziness; he has been dealing with asthma since childhood and has been taking steroids to manage his condition. Steroids can lead to fluid retention, electrolyte imbalance, and altered metabolism, resulting in increased appetite and reduced breakdown of food into energy. This often leads to weight gain, particularly in areas like the abdomen, face, and shoulders.

There are several other medical conditions that can also cause rapid weight gain:

1. Thyroid disorders: The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolism, including how it converts food into energy. Reduced thyroid hormone production slows down metabolism, resulting in fewer calories burned and potential weight gain.

2. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): This condition involves insulin resistance, where the body's cells become less responsive to insulin. Insulin is crucial for converting sugars into energy and transporting them into cells. Insulin resistance leads to higher blood glucose levels and increased production of male hormones, causing symptoms like increased body hair, acne, and weight gain, particularly in the abdominal area.

3. Cushing’s Syndrome: This condition involves elevated levels of cortisol hormone in the body. Increased cortisol levels lead to fat deposition in areas such as the chest, abdomen, and face, resulting in a rounded facial appearance often referred to as a "moon face." Fat may also accumulate at the back of the neck and shoulders, forming a "buffalo hump."

Source:-
1. Obesity - Causes. (n.d.). Obesity - Causes. Retrieved June 6, 2024, from https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/obesity/causes/

2. https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/obesity/conditioninfo/cause