WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for November, 2002: Re: Excessive Appetite & Weight Gain

Re: Excessive Appetite & Weight Gain - Very Concerned

From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 13 Nov 2002 08:43:12 -0600 (CST)

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At Wed, 13 Nov 2002, Lyn wrote: >
>I am a 31 year old female who is being treated for iron-deficiency
>anemia due to heavy menstrual cycles. I have been taking Niferex
>(liquid iron supplement) for approximately 4 months to treat this
>condition and have been told to stay on it until March of 2003 (9 months
>in total).
>I have noticed recently that I have put on approximately 15 pounds
>(mostly around the abdominal area) and I have a much increased appetite.
>At times, it seems I cannot eat fast enough and I have had an increased
>craving for sweets (chocolate, cookies, etc) that I have NEVER had
>before. Until recently the only time I would crave chocolate would be
>just before the start of my period - now it seems like I want it all the
>time.
>
>I am also on Synthroid for hypothyroidism, Clarinex & Rhinocort Aqua for
>allergies.
>
>Can any of these medications be causing the weight gain and increased
>appetite/craving for food?

Only if for some reason the Hyppothyroidism had been causing a decreased appetite and taking the synthroid restored it to normal.

I am beginning to worry about my weight gain >and increased need for foods, especially sweets. I have gained weight
>on the iron supplement before (I have taken many times on & off for the
>anemia), but this is the first time I have experienced the food
>cravings.
>
>Please help! I look forward to hearing from you.

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R.Daniel Braun, MD  FACOG   FOG
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